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Pagan Place is a large team comprised of Pagans of all paths, as well as open-minded people from mainstream religions. Everyone is welcome - come on in and join us!SparkPeople ***PAGAN PLACE*** Team Messageboardhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/assets/nav/nav_logo_v3.gifhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/groups_individual.asp?gid=186
Returning SP memberhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x61084858
Hi everyone. I was an active SP member a couple of years ago and wandered away for some reason. I'm back and focused on my health and weight loss goals. It's good to be back. :)Tue, 31 Mar 2015 10:42:53 ESTInspiration for new challenge type, interested?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x60638967
I was thinking... we keep doing these LONG extended challenges and I was thinking... what if we do daily challenges or weekly. That will encourage people to sign on and come in and look what's up and we might get people to do a day and show encouragement and then do the next that wets their whistle. <BR>
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Thoughts?Thu, 12 Feb 2015 11:15:32 ESTHellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x60610520
I used to be on SP, but kind of got away from it. But, now I am back and finding it quite useful. I am an ecclectic witch. I have been practicing about 18 years now. I have a wonderful husband that is working on weight loss, although not here on SP. My mother in law is also on SP and also a witch. My family consists of 3 kiddos, a 15 year old step-son, a 7 yr old daughter and an 17 month old boy. All very active. <BR>
My weight was down quite a bit before I got preggo with the last one, but ...Mon, 9 Feb 2015 16:04:29 ESTEmotional Eatinghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x60546971
This morning I am doing everything in my power NOT to emotionally eat. It has been really hard for me lately, but I have been doing better since November when I crawled out of my deepest depression I have been in in years. I know my stresser and there is nothing I can immediately do about it. It is Mississippi! It is the Delta! It is the terrible people that live here! It is the rudeness and overall disdain that people have for one another here. Do not let people fool you, the south is not th...Tue, 3 Feb 2015 09:39:42 ESTHoliday traditions & fitnesshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x60187799
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With holidays approaching (Full Moon, Celtic month of Rowan begins, Februalia, Imbolc, etcetc) my family has been talking about making our celebrations more health-conscious. <BR>
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Do you add fitness to your holidays? If so, what? <BR>
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Fri, 2 Jan 2015 13:36:05 ESTRelatively new to SPhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x59754869
Hi, I'm a 40 year old mom of a rambunctious 4 year old and married to a wonderfu husband. I've been on this weight loss journey since last July and fell off the wagon this past year. I'm ready to get back on track and know it won't be easy.Thu, 13 Nov 2014 22:20:25 ESTInches By Imbolc 2015http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x59581029
We're starting up yet another Challenge, where you out-sweat, out-muscle, out-help and out-lose your competition. SparkGoodie Awards will be given to all those who complete the Challenge. Check in on the Inches By Imbolc 2015 topic in the Challenge and Motivation section of this Forum, and email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com for a helpful plug-and-play spreadsheet (works on all Excel-type spreadsheet programs except Microsoft WORKS). <BR>
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MossMon, 27 Oct 2014 12:34:59 ESTInches by Imbolc 2015http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x59543299
Here we go, trying to drum up participation in another Challenge. So far I've only given out one spreadsheet... write me for the sheet at zaivalananda@gmail.com. <BR>
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It's never too late to join, even if you don't see this until December ... Challenge starts in a week, on November 1. <BR>
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MossThu, 23 Oct 2014 11:39:17 ESTNew herehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x59083754
Hi my name is Jessica. I'm hoping to figure out why suddenly I've gained 30 pounds. I'm trying to restart again and hope that keeping in touch with those of similar beliefs helpMon, 8 Sep 2014 17:49:27 ESTMerry Meet Everyone!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x58991147
My name is Nicole. <BR>
You may recognize my profile pic from an introduction I did a few days ago under the username IMERAY. I closed out that account, because it was really old and had my old measurements and weight and was really just having a negative effect on me. <BR>
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So, I created this account. I started my journey to a healthier life on August 12, so almost a month, and I WILL keep going with it. <BR>
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I've considered myself pagan for the last 9 years, but I was always int...Sat, 30 Aug 2014 12:35:32 ESTHello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x58560648
Thought I would say hello and get involved. I am a returning member after loosing 132 pounds and kept it off for several years but 50 pounds have returned much to my dismay! Time to get busy again! I live in New Mexico, am a pagan and practice shamanic witchcraft for years. Hope everyone has a beautiful day full of healthy choices!Thu, 17 Jul 2014 10:30:21 ESTPatron God or Goddesshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x58552651
Who is everyones Patron God or Goddess and why/how did you choose them/they choose you? <BR>
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Mine is Hecate. She has a significance in a Samhain ritual I did years ago, that blew my mind. Ironic that there is a Yew tree in my yard (I think lol) and that that is a wood of her choice.Wed, 16 Jul 2014 15:26:32 ESTReturning to the Yellow Brick Road...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x58339391
I used to be a member of SPARK... I was not very successful... but I have returned to this road... and hope to not only find a path that leads me to my goals... but a few friends along the way to share the journey with....Wed, 25 Jun 2014 23:23:50 ESTHello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x58331421
I used to be a member of this team, and then I left. <BR>
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It had nothing to do with the team. I think back about how deeply in the closet I was and how much self-esteem I was lacking and it makes me a little sad. Over the past year I've started to embrace my identity as a healer and it has helped me get in touch with my faith again. I feel like I'm ready to be open about it. Hiding it for 12 years took it's toll and I've just realized how unnecessary that was. <BR>
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So I'm back, an...Wed, 25 Jun 2014 08:59:14 ESTHello.....http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x58171192
I´m 53 years old and in Dec I broke my right ankle, it was a clean fracture so i didn{t need surgery and really didn´t need pain meds. It´s June and I was wondering if it is too soon to start walking on a treadmill. My doctor said it would be ok, but to take it easy. I don´t know why I seem to need encouragement for this, I guess I´m feeling a little insecure. I was just walking, twisted my ankle and it broke. <BR>
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Maybe i should just get back on the horse so to speak.......Tue, 10 Jun 2014 10:26:42 ESTRituals for Healthhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x58078984
Merry Meet! What rituals do you enjoy for promoting personal health? In my solitary, eclectic Wiccan practice, I keep it simple: I use a terminated clear quartz crystal to inscribe a health rune onto a blue candle, light the candle, and gaze at it while visualizing myself standing there at my ideal weight, or exercising or eating healthily. How about you? <BR>
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CaitlynMon, 2 Jun 2014 04:10:44 ESTBefore the Fall Harvest I Will....http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x57871175
Ok, how do you finish this sentence? If you like you can add a bit of "why" <BR>
Before the Fall Harvest I Will get into the habit of eating on schedule and drink more water. <BR>
I have a bad habit of skipping breakfast and then making up for it in bad ways. I know I should drink more water for several reasons. I'm hopefully breaking my plateau and on my way again.Wed, 14 May 2014 12:39:21 ESTWhat The Heck Happened To OPur Huddle Section?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x57708958
I do not like change. Even the message board part has changed. If the powers that be were going to make such a drastic change, it would have been nice to know in advance.Wed, 30 Apr 2014 21:21:23 ESThow many people love fairies?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x57407567
I would really love to start celebrating the wheel of the year more. I haven't done much of that in the last 5 1/2 yrs since the death of my son. But I have color in my life again, and my faith has been restored, with April 3rd being his 29th birthday, he should me and my other kids that he is still very much here, and very much a true and loving guide to us all. some of the things I love most are fairies every yr I have a huge celebration in June called fairy day, I go all out with my grand ...Sun, 6 Apr 2014 12:15:30 ESTBuff By Beltane 2014http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x57141471
OK, here we go again. Everyone tighten your belts, and get ready to tighten them further! <BR>
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It's the usual: 10 points for each pound lost, 1 point for each 10 minutes of cardio work (18 max), 1 point for each 10 reps of weight work (18 max), 1 point for each message supporting another Team Member's progress, and - if your daily points total 15 or more - you can count your SP Login Spin for that day. <BR>
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As always, I have a spreadsheet worked up to make scoring easy for you. E...Sat, 15 Mar 2014 21:58:26 ESTBuff By Beltane 2014http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x57141434
We're starting yet another Challenge, beginning on Ostara and continuing through Beltane. Come visit us under the heading Challenge and Motivation Forum!Sat, 15 Mar 2014 21:54:20 ESTHellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x57028947
I just recently joined SparkPeople. The Pagan Place Team popped up on my screen today, and I felt like I had come home. I follow no particular path, but bits and pieces of many. I quit smoking two years ago, and I have steadily gained weight ever since. I have gone from 135 lbs. to 180, and I can't seem to get it under control. I'm hoping I can learn how here. So, here's to mutual friendship!Thu, 6 Mar 2014 13:58:33 ESTNew Members Welcomehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x57027922
I'm really bad about saying hi to new people, even when they post a Merry Meet! I'll try to modify that behavior, now that I have escaped two (successive, with different people) years of negativity. Praise Goddess I'm free! Oh, that was a bit too melodramatic, wasn't it? <BR>
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I am always happy to see new people come into our little corner. Look around and become aware that we have some things set up to do -- like our Buff By Beltane Challenge which will be starting on Ostara! If you...Thu, 6 Mar 2014 12:10:07 ESTMerry Meet, All!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56979188
I am so glad to have found a Pagan-Centered Group here! It means a lot to me to have people of similar beliefs to share my journey here with. <BR>
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I can't wait to get to know you and shed these pounds!Sun, 2 Mar 2014 19:41:42 ESThello...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56850102
Umm hi? My name's Jess, and I'm new to Sparkpeople. I'm a pagan mom to a teenage girl who grew up learning (from me) all about how to sit on her computer all day and damn the consequences. I was a little nervous to post because I've gotten negative feedback from my friends when I sought their support in my mission to halt my increasing weight. This is my very first diet. I have no idea what I'm doing. Unlike most people who are more familiar with diets, I grew up skinny all my life unt...Thu, 20 Feb 2014 15:51:02 ESTIntroductions and suchhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56691327
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I've been off and on Sparkpeople for quite some time now. I was mainly using the site for its food tracking but I think getting involved with a community, especially a pagan once since I'm all alone out here, would be the best thing for me right now. I view myself as a witch and I've been practicing for...wow 15 years now!! Time sure does fly! <BR>
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My current coal is to reach 140lbs by April 22nd (Earth Day). This will allow me to lose 2lbs/week. I plan on gett...Sat, 8 Feb 2014 00:27:47 EST10 things about me - a mostly introduction...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56675025
1) My nickname is Reya because I can't stand my birthname. It reminds me too much of my bizarro bio-parents and all of their drama. <BR>
2) I love to blog and do so almost every day - I tend to post LONG messages and GRATITUDE LISTS. <BR>
3) I'm a 33 yr old SAHM of one brilliant almost 3 year old home/unschooled preschool boy. We named him after Nikola Tesla. He loves Transformers Rescue Bots, Yo Gabba Gabba, LeapFrog, Wild Kratts, Daniel Tiger, Pocoyo, Pororo and Super Why. <BR>
4) My hai...Thu, 6 Feb 2014 18:21:25 ESTChallengers Talkinghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x56603064
We just finished another Challenge in the Challenge and Motivational Forum... but don't feel up to another just now. However, we have had such a wonderful time talking to and supporting each other that we are starting a new topic, Challengers Talking, down in the Challenge and Motivational Forum -- we have been motivating each other non-competitively and want to keep going! <BR>
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If you have been involved in the Challenges, or if you want to be in future Challenges, please join us! <BR>
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My family was in Havana Cuba for a vacation for Winter Solstice this year and we celebrated by going "geocaching" and saw some amazing parts of the city! It was so fun. <BR>
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Do you all celebrate Winter Solstice and if you do, how do you usually celebrate it?Mon, 13 Jan 2014 21:16:52 EST[insert witty, inspiring, charismatic title here]http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56265051
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I've been with Spark on-and-off for a couple years now. I like it for the food tracking and other goal tracking sections. It's an easy way to keep track of how I'm doing. I eat pretty healthy things, but just in the last week, I'm discovering that even though I may eat healthy things, you have to eat the right portions and quantities. I tend to too many yummy fatty things like peanut butter and almonds, and yet oddly I still have difficulty meeting my protein recommenda...Tue, 7 Jan 2014 20:08:09 ESTNew Herehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x56224724
Merry Meet! I just joined SparkPeople earlier this week. I'm still overwhelmed figuring out this site. My friend Tully46 told me about this group. Tully and I have been diet buddies for years. We live in different states and have only met once but she has been a wonderful friend support system for me. <BR>
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I've been studying both wicca and paganism off and on for several years. I pick what resonates with me and try to live my life according to that. And I always try to stay positi...Sun, 5 Jan 2014 10:04:01 ESTInches by Imbolc 2014http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x56010445
Here's the new topic. Email me at zaivalalananda@gmail.com for the spreadsheet. Have a good Challenge! <BR>
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MossTue, 17 Dec 2013 11:19:02 ESTEm Hotep and greetings from Alabamahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x55683153
Just wanting to say hello. I'm a Kemetic Pagan from Andalusia, Alabama (that's way down south). Thought this would be a lovely place to meet others while I'm journeying toward my twenty pounds of weight loss. <BR>
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Totally new to this site so... *waves*Mon, 18 Nov 2013 16:53:24 ESTHappy Samhain!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x55465614
Happy Samhain everyone!! Good luck on your weight loss goals for November! <em>431</em> Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:48:14 ESTSamhain and Dumb Supper, what's a dieter to do?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x55461898
I practice as part of a coven and tonight my coven will be coming together to celebrate Samhain and of course after ritual we will feast. Then tomorrow we hold a Dumb Supper for anyone that wishes to attend and honor their ancestors. With two holidays back to back like this it can be very hard to keep on track. <BR>
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For those of you not fa...Thu, 31 Oct 2013 10:38:20 ESTMerry meet and happy Samhain!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x55461451
I actually joined this group when I became a member here on SP, however I don't think I ever introduced myself. Or if I did it was years ago. So hello. It's nice to be in a group of like minded people who are working towards healthier lives as well. Blessed be.Thu, 31 Oct 2013 10:09:31 ESTYummier By Yule 2014http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x55366498
Here we go again. It has been a while. <BR>
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The Challenge starts November 1. You can get the spreadsheet to help keep track of your points from me by WRITING ME IN EMAIL, zaivalananda@gmail.com <BR>
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Here's the way it works. You get 1 point for each 10 minutes of cardio work. 1 point for each 10 reps of weight work. 10 points for each pound lost (yes, if your scale is accurate, you can use tenths of a pound). 1 point for each post you write in support of another Team Member (note: ...Wed, 23 Oct 2013 12:59:53 ESTBright blessings from Indiana )O(http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x55343238
Hello, everyone! I thought it was time for me to poke Groups and see if I could find any friends. I'd be thrilled to meet people here from Indiana, feel free to drop me a line if you want to chat. <BR>
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I've been practicing a little of this and little of that for about fifteen years, currently favoring Norse and Celtic traditions. I honestly have never spent much time talking other pagans, so I don't know what else is within tact to say in introduction ... ? But like I said, I'd love to ...Mon, 21 Oct 2013 16:49:59 ESTGreetings from Mississippihttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x55124418
Hello there. Two years ago I moved to MS... it's been an interesting journey, There are not many people educated in what pagan means. Plus I am a city girl who has moved to the MIDDLE OF NOWHERE in the MS Delta. I joined SP 5 years ago and I lost 45lbs, then I went to grad school and gained back 30lbs. On the plus side I didn't gain it all back. Currently I'm getting my motivation back to lose an inch in my hips to fit in my wedding dress I just ordered. I will be getting married in July 2014...Thu, 3 Oct 2013 09:04:22 ESTAdding Paganism to England's School Curriculumhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x54559478
Found this on FB today and wanted to share...what's your take on this subject??? <BR>
https://www.change.org/en-GB/petitions/d<BR>epartment-for-education-please-add-pag<BR>anism-to-england-s-school-curriculum <em>207</em> Sat, 17 Aug 2013 17:39:25 ESTGreetings from Alabamahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x53765304
Hello! My name is Scarlett and I live in AL with my husband and our six year old son. I am about 90 pounds overweight and I am working to lose it and be healthier for my little family. I'm also helping that by losing the weight maybe we'll be able to have another child. <BR>
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I am just beginning to study Wicca again. I am interested in Druidism, Shamanism, Norse Paganism, and Cottage Witchery. I know they're all different from Wicca, I have learned that much. <BR>
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I look forward to...Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:05 ESTWhat are you grateful for today?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x53692382
I am grateful for our new lawnmower. Now I can help the Hubby mow the lawn. The old one I could not use because it hurt my shoulder to pull the starter cord.Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:34:48 ESTOthers questioning my beliefshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x51987286
This actually probably isn't going to be what anyone else expects. <BR>
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Instead of being part of a regular coven, I found a group on meetup.com, about 2 years ago, that is a misc. assortment of witches and pagans, and frequently do ritual with them. Prior to this, I'd been a solitary for roughly 13 years. <BR>
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Several of the other members are also into polyamory. Cool, whatever works for them, not my thing. Two of them are Gardenarian, and also the group mods (and a married couple...Tue, 5 Feb 2013 09:01:49 ESTWhat is the biggest challenge of your being "out"?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x51540109
For me, the biggest hurtle is my temper... I have a problem with people that are closed minded and can accept "agree to disagree"....lol... and people that judge my children or grandchildren...it brings out the mama bear...Tue, 8 Jan 2013 15:10:25 ESTWeekly Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x51070123
We are beginning the next of our Weekly Challenges, beginning today. Go to the Challenge & Motivation Forums and post to the Weekly Challenge group. Each Challenge will begin Monday and end Sunday. <BR>
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Participants will give themselves points for: <BR>
Weight loss - 10 points per pound lost (from your previous low weight in the past 3 months). <BR>
Strength work - 1 point for every 10 reps with any weights, any strength exercise, up to 12 points per day <BR>
Cardio work - 1 point for ...Mon, 3 Dec 2012 14:11:55 ESTWeekly Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x50892289
OK, I'm starting Weekly Challenges, beginning next Monday. Go to the Challenge & Motivation Forums and post to the Weekly Challenge group. <BR>
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Participants will give themselves points for: <BR>
Weight loss - 10 points per pound lost (from your previous low weight in the past 3 months). <BR>
Strength work - 1 point for every 10 reps with any weights, any strength exercise, up to 12 points per day <BR>
Cardio work - 1 point for every 10 minutes of cardio exercise (bike, walking, treadm...Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:11:37 ESTEnd of Week 1 on SPhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x50744310
I'm so excited! I'm through my first week on SP and I lost 7 lbs! I'm so excited. Whoo hooo! *happy dance*Thu, 8 Nov 2012 12:40:19 ESTHello allhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x50561435
My name is ally, im 22 and ive followed the pagan path all my life. im an earth witch and i work a lot with herbs both medically and spiritually. im trying to lose weight and have a lot of medical issues that stand in my way so any encouragement would be lovely. im always looking for a buddy too. <BR>
im excited samhain is almost here. anyone else?Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:10:26 ESTDoes your path affect your health goals?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x50049568
Is anyone taking this journey because of their paganism? I know many who practice the craft cut their teeth so to speak on Scott Cunningham's books. He teaches, among other things, to be kind to all creatures, to breathe and eat correctly, to meditate and to exercise the body. Although I'm not Wiccan, most of what he wrote about, including these really resonate with me. As a result, I am now embarking on not only a weight loss journey, but changing my diet to one that is vegan, whole foods an...Sat, 22 Sep 2012 03:37:37 ESTSlimmer By Samhain 2012http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x50010518
Here we go! Let's get our friends signed up for this... the spreadsheet which will make it easy for you to keep track of your points can be found by writing me at zaivalalanda@gmail.com <BR>
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Our Healthier By Harvest Challenge is wrapping up. Once more I feel I am walking across the finish line alone in an empty statium, but being the glutton for punishment that I am, and being that I have already been asked for yet another Challenge, HERE WE GO! <BR>
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If you're interested in Slimmer By Samhain 2012, email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com for the spreadsheet which will help you keep track of your points and join us in the Challenge and Motivational Forum. <BR>
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The way the C...Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:10:01 ESTHello all!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x50008777
I joined the site and this group back in February, but quickly fell by the wayside and have been absent since. So....I wanted to reintroduce myself and say hello. <BR>
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I am Ember, and I was raised a mix of Christian and pagan. As an adult I examined my beliefs and chose the pagan path. I have been dedicated to the Goddess Hecate for probably 20 years now although she was working with me long before that. :) I'm hoping to make some connections with other pagans who are on the same or s...Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:09:40 ESTMerry Meet and Blessed Behttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49952241
Hi. I am new to the sight and wanted to say hi to my fellow Pagans on here. I have been exposed to Paganism my whole life (both my grandmother's were Pagans), but I do not follow a specific path. I was an athlete growing up and had always been very petite, but a leg injury made me go from 98 lbs to 273 lbs in a little over a year's time. I had been extremely unhappy with my weight gain, but didn't have a support system to help me lose the weight. Every time I would lose anything, my now ex-hu...Sat, 15 Sep 2012 21:14:08 ESTA New Hope...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49881913
Hi there. Like many people I am not new to trying to lose weight. Over the years I've lost and gained more than I want remember. Now I am the heaviest I have ever been and realizing this must stop. I remember saying by the time I'm 30 I will be slim and feeling great. Instead I went deeper into depression and gained what I wanted to lose. Now closing in on my 40th birthday I have not changed in the way I wanted to. <BR>
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At this point in my life I am in a place mentally that feels wonde...Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:36:46 ESTAny other Pagans lurking about?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x49863088
I was hoping this team would be more active, so here I am, making a post! Is anyone else lurking about, or is this team slow lately? I'd be happy to help stir things up however I can. :)Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:20:41 ESTNot all that new, but back.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49836188
Hi all, <BR>
I was part of this team years ago when I first started on Sparkpeople. Since then, I tapered off on SP until I practically didn't use the site at all, dropped all my teams, started back a bit when I decided to get pregnant, moved over to Babyfit, came back on and off, and just recently started using the site regularly again. I remember liking this team. I waffle about whether I consider myself pagan or anything, really, but lately I have been exploring my spirituality (which I to...Sat, 8 Sep 2012 22:53:56 ESTNewhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49792949
Hi Everyone...My name is Laurie and although I'm new to the team I'm not to SP. I love this site and all the support I've found here. I've been on a weight loss journey for more years than I can count. Back in May I finally seemed to be winning the Battle of the Bulge. I've lost nearly 40 pounds since January. But when my Mom died a couple of months ago I fell of my plan. Since then I've been struggling to get back on course. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone, making some new friends an...Thu, 6 Sep 2012 06:42:00 ESTNew Memberhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49771975
Hello all. Please feel free to check out my new spark page. Hoping to make new friends on this journey.Tue, 4 Sep 2012 20:31:17 ESTMerry Meethttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49643254
Hi - Just joined Spark yesterday and am working on finding my way around. <BR>
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I am a Norther Tradition Pagan and Working improve my health. <BR>
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I am a personal trainer and Vegan. I would like to improve my fitness enough that I am once again comfortable working with clients.Mon, 27 Aug 2012 07:40:01 ESTHealthier By Harvest 2012http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x49262008
Let's do a shorter one, easier to set goals. <BR>
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Email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com to get the spreadsheet, which will help you keep track of your points. If you need an office package to read the spreadsheet, you can get Softmaker Office 2008 (and maybe 2010 for Windows) for free (2012 is pretty cheap too, as office packages go), or LibreOffice or OpenOffice.org for free. <BR>
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MossWed, 1 Aug 2012 17:40:09 ESTChallenges?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x49252811
I've been running a Sabbat-by-Sabbat or Quarter-by-Quarter Challenge here for a few years, taking up the reins left me by others. For a long time, they went great, with 8 or 10 or more members joining the Challenge and at least 5 or 6 completing it. <BR>
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But things have not been so good the last few. No more than three people joining, and only me finishing. <BR>
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Nonetheless, the past two Challenges have saw me lose 20 pounds total. So I'm not ready to give up. <BR>
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The way ...Wed, 1 Aug 2012 07:25:16 ESTHappy Lughnasa!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49246196
Hi my name is Melanie and I am starting a long weight loss journey. I have a total of 90 lbs to lose. I was suprised and excited to discover Sparkpeople had a pagan weight loss group. I am 34 years old and have been a practicing pagan for 15 years. I am happily married and have a very active 2 year old. My personal goal is to lose 14 lbs by Mabon. So hope to meet everyone and be an active member of this group. <BR>
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MelanieTue, 31 Jul 2012 18:58:50 ESTReturning Memberhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49127242
Hello everyone! <BR>
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My name is Celeste and I am 27 years old. <BR>
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I have been a member of SparkPeople probably 3-4 <BR>
times. <BR>
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I keep trying to do this alone, and I can't do it. <BR>
I am tired of trying to do it alone. <BR>
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I need help. I admit it. I ask for it. <BR>
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I am 5'1 and weigh 196 currently. <BR>
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I have been a Pagan for about 8-9 years now. I practice <BR>
a blended spirituality of Celtic, Druidry, and Wicca. The main <BR>
goddesses that I...Tue, 24 Jul 2012 02:03:23 ESTMerry Meet Y'all.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49028417
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I'm Gale, 54, my mothers caretaker and proudly pagan. (mostly out of the closet pagan as well) <BR>
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As I said. My main job if you would call it that, I call it a blessing, is to care for my elderly and disabled mother full time. I have a brother that works to pay our bills and help to keep food on the table. <BR>
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After a long conversation today at lunch with Mom, I went in search of recovering my power over my health and weight. I know that...Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:34:13 ESTHello lovely people!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x49001590
I just joined SparkPeople at the suggestion of some good friends, and I am glad to find a Pagan Community here as well. <BR>
I'm Zira, I've been an ecclectic (Chaotic) left hand path Pagan for over 10 years, and within the past 5 years, found an amazing local Pagan group to hang with and learn from. These people are seriously amazing and I am very fortunate to have found them. :) <BR>
I am eager to make some new friends here, in my journey to fitness. <BR>
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Cheers!Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:04:07 ESTProgresshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x48446778
My weight is still tending in a generally-down direction. My High is 233, and I've been as low as 227... well, the other day I was 225.6, but I think the battery is going out on the scale and I need to check that. Usually you can step on the scale three times and get the same weight all three. This time I stepped on the scale and got 225.6, but then an E; the second time was 226.8, and I tried it a third time (again, it usually gives you the same weight, and I was concerned about the health ...Sat, 9 Jun 2012 12:09:35 ESTMerry Meet and Hellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x48412555
Good day, My name is Sherry and I have fibromyagia. I am an open Pagan woman who is a reverend as well. I enjoy working with people in their times of need. I have handfasted and married people and it really warms my heart. Im glad I found spark and am enjoying my time here, trying to figure out everything. <BR>
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I am an avid bath and body product maker. I also do incense, lotions, potions and more. It gives me an outlet to focus on that instead of the problems I have.Thu, 7 Jun 2012 06:01:22 ESTHey all and Merry Meet!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x48266673
Hey Sparkies, my name is Stephanie and I am a married mother of three. I started out on this site weighing around 250 and I am at almost the halfway mark to my weight loss goal of 150. I am hoping to be there by Samhain but only if I feel healthy. I am a pagan studying wicca and herbalism. I am here to make friends on this weight loss journey.Mon, 28 May 2012 18:09:54 ESTLeaner By Lammas Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x47703252
OK, we haven't had a whole lot of luck getting people to FINISH THE CHALLENGES lately, but just to show you what a glutton for punishment I am, I'm starting another one. <BR>
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Go down to the Challenge and Motivational Forum section of THIS FORUM (nothing new to join) and post to Leaner By Lammas if you want to get in on it. Then email me (NOT SparkMail, email) at zaivalananda@gmail.com and I'll send you the spreadsheet which will make it Sooooo Easy to track your points. The Challenge ...Sun, 22 Apr 2012 11:15:35 ESTLeaner By Lammashttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x47678891
Getting ready for the NEXT big Spark Challenge. Email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com if you want the spreadsheet. <BR>
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MossFri, 20 Apr 2012 17:54:21 ESTMerry meet!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x47431348
I'm looking for friends who are looking to lose weight so we can motivate each other.Wed, 4 Apr 2012 21:47:45 ESTApril Foolshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x47370044
My scale pulled an April Fool's joke on me, reading 236.2 when I stepped on it and 236.4 when I went for a recheck. I was 241 just yesterday, don't think I can lose 5 pounds in one day. But I'm still claiming them. <BR>
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MossSun, 1 Apr 2012 12:39:23 ESTHellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x47139186
Hello everyone! My name is Jessica, I am a wife and proud mommy to two kitties in Iowa. I studdied Wicca for a while when I was a teenager and have now found my way back to it again. I am really looking forward to learing and losing with all of you! <BR>
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Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:14:19 ESTGroup Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x46811028
We're getting some beautiful weather, time to get out and do some walking or running, get back into good strength and conditioning habits. <BR>
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We have a regular Challege in the Challenge and Motivational Forums. Nothing to it. You get points for weight loss, cardio work, strength work, supporting other Team members, and bonus points for doing well on a given day. Points add up as you compete against other Challenge members. <BR>
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Alas, we only have two members signed up. That does...Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:09:19 ESTOstarahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x46777901
Spring will be here before we know it! What are your plans for the Equinox?Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:14:10 ESTFebruary 21st New Moon in Pisceshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x46759633
This is a little late but I'd like to throw it out there anyway. <BR>
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In general, new moons are a time of new beginnings, change, rest, and banishing of negativity. The most recent new moon was this past Tuesday in Pisces. An interesting Pisces occurrence is that Neptune has returned to his home sign of Pisces and will remain there for the next 13 years. A stay this extended hasn't occurred in over 100 years. <BR>
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What new beginnings and changes have you dedicated yourself to duri...Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:52:06 ESTGlad Game!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x46580083
Okay, come on, every day post something that you are glad about. If you're feeling crabby, maybe it's just that you got out of bed, or maybe that the day is half over, or even that tomorrow is not today haha. Seriously, this is a good game and helps us stay positive! <BR>
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Today, I'm glad that I have SparkPeople, and I'm glad that my daughters are healthy.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:34:01 ESTMerry Meet and Greetings to all!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x46452484
I am returning to Sparkpeople, I had just started here and was loving it when some friends told me they were using another site. I tried their site out for a month and I really miss Sparkpeople and found their site to be kind of boring. I did discover a cool gadget called a Fitbit though...and I love using it. <BR>
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I may have added a few of you to my friends but I am asking others to add me, if you want. I really would like to make some Spark Friends and help motivate and receive som...Mon, 6 Feb 2012 16:35:17 ESTImbolchttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x46377643
Hi all :) I started studying paganism a few years ago and have gone back and forth between Paganism and Christianity...well I can't do the mental gymnastics of Christianity anymore....even if I could I do miss aspects of paganism such as esbats and sabbats. When the New Year arrived I thought how cool it would be to go through the year and celebrate the 8 sabbats...however...there is a slight maybe major issue. <BR>
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Because of the current economy, I live with my parents who are evangeli...Thu, 2 Feb 2012 09:26:59 EST*waves hello*http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x46360814
Hi all! Glad to be here again after a loooong time. I'm never sure what to say on these post so I'll just say hi :)Wed, 1 Feb 2012 12:11:55 ESTBuff By Beltaine 2012http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x46324480
Wow, 3 days left in the Compact By Candlemas Challenge. While I haven't exactly rocked it this time around, I have lost all of my Winter Weight (just got 10 points this morning, down to 241), now it's time to get serious and get down to Summer Weight. <BR>
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Please join me in leaping from Crossquarter to Crossquarter, for Buff By Beltaine 2012. Spreadsheets are available -- and this time I didn't make them up brand new, so they'll work, LOL. <BR>
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Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com f...Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:12:06 ESTBuff By Beltaine 2012http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x46324456
Wow, 3 days left in the Compact By Candlemas Challenge. While I haven't exactly rocked it this time around, I have lost all of my Winter Weight (just got 10 points this morning, down to 241), now it's time to get serious and get down to Summer Weight. <BR>
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Please join me in leaping from Crossquarter to Crossquarter, for Buff By Beltaine 2012. Spreadsheets are available -- and this time I didn't make them up brand new, so they'll work, LOL. <BR>
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Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com f...Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:10:39 ESTHi! Need help sticking with my diet.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x46306355
Hi, I am a 45 year old grandmother of 4. I love to read, cross stitch, make jewlery, dragons, garden and hike. I also love my dog (Goober) and my husband very much. I am a solitary Wiccan. I am quiet and shy until I get to know you, so none of my friends would say that I am quiet or shy in any way. I have weighed 242 for about 6 years now and I'm ready to get rid of it. I always quit after a couple of days with many different excuses, I could really use help sticking to my plan.Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:12:25 ESTReturning AGAIN!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x46253928
Greetings all. My name is Eden. I'm 45 years old and have been happily married for 20 years. I've lost 160 pounds and I'd like to lose 15 more. I'm a vegetarian and I eat healthy, but I have a very sedentary lifestyle. I've been a member of SP a couple times in the past but I'm determined to stay connected this time while I learn a more healthy lifestyle.Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:28:12 ESTHello everyonehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x46060417
Hey, my name is Jenny and I'm not new to sparkpeople, but I am returning from a very long break. I am new to this team, and also to Paganism. <BR>
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I hope to meet a lot of you on the message board.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:50:33 ESTReturning to SparkPeoplehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45874280
Happy Saturday! I just re-joined SP after about a year of not participating. It's taking me a while to get motivated on the site this time but I thought I'd start by posting an introduction. <BR>
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My name is Kirty and I am a stay-at-home-mom to my 2 dogs. I'm 45 years old and have been happily married for 20 years. We recently relocated to Orlando from St. Petersburg bcuz my husband got a promotion. I think I like it here, but I'm still trying to find my way around. <BR>
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I've lost ...Sat, 7 Jan 2012 03:57:45 ESTNew Memberhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45852307
My name is Nicolle and I am new to the lifestyle. I have been looking for a place/religion to belong my entire adult life and have found in the last few months of researching Wicca that I feel very comfortable with the foundations it is based on. I look forward to "speaking" to all of you.Thu, 5 Jan 2012 23:54:47 ESTMerry Meet!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45713544
Hello folks - I'm looking forward to getting to know some like-minded Sparkpagans! A bit about me: I'm 39, and I'm predominantly a solitary eclectic, though I am blessed to have kindred in my community, and I participate in many group rituals and activities. At the core, however, is my personal connection to the Lord & Lady. <BR>
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Why did I join Spark people? Over the last few years I've experienced quite a bit of loss, depression and emotional turmoil. During that time, I straye...Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:08:10 ESTDoes anyone have a.....http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45589259
Familiar? Mine is a lazy but handsome long haired black cat. I'm a vet tech and I got him in a highly acceptable way. He and his brother were five days old when their mother got mastitis. She could not nurse them so the doctor asked if anyone would be interested in bottle raising them for a few weeks. I volunteered. I tried to find homes for both babies but every time I did, it fell apart. The people were moving after all to a place that didn't permit pets, they found another cat at th...Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:49:36 ESTYule Dinner Planned?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45587716
I am very solitary. However, I have family and friends that support me and my beliefs. <BR>
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I am a thankful pagan! <BR>
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I decided to start a tradition. I am having Yule dinner. <BR>
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This year the dinner is Italian. <BR>
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I am making it as low fat and low calorie as possible. <BR>
I am even baking a SUGARFREE Yule log! <BR>
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I'm pretty excited since it's my first. <BR>
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I have silver candles to light as well. <BR>
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Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:53:18 ESTCompact By Candlemas 2012http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x45586977
OK, everyone who wants in on this Challenge, it starts Thursday and runs to Feb 2 (Imbolc./Oimelg/Candlemas/whatever you wanna call it). Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com for the new spreadsheet or just keep your points yourself. <BR>
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10 points for each pound lost (from what you weigh on Dec 22). 1 point for each 10 minutes of cardio (max 18), 1 point for each 10 reps of strength work (max 18), 1 point (honor system) for each message you send another Team Member to support them in reac...Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:41:52 ESTYule-to-Imbolc Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45586892
Wow. I have been having so much fun (note the extra pounds) that I almost forgot I had promised to run a Challenge, Yule to Imbolc. <BR>
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I'm reviving the name "Compact By Candlemas". We need to spend the rest of the Holiday season watching our pounds, not judging ourselves for watching them add up. <BR>
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Last year I found myself at 272 pounds on January 15. As of this morning I'm 244. I've been down as low as 228... but look at the long-term goals, and I'm almost 30 pounds lighter...Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:34:43 ESTCrisis in faithhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45533957
In the last few months I've stopped believing in anything, and it's made me very depressed. I want my faith back! It's very emotionally painful, and I don't know what to do about it.Fri, 16 Dec 2011 07:51:37 ESTMerry meet from Illinois!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45475058
I am so excited that there are Witch/Pagan teams on here. WOW! I really thought being over 40 and losing over 100 pounds and maybe a few other catagories were my only choices. I would have never believed that a site could narrow down an individuals likes to this point. I'm really hyped to be here and I hope I can motivate and encourage all of you as much as you will me..Blessed be!Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:48:28 ESTNew Memberhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45370089
Hello All, <BR>
Looking forward to meeting new members as I get started on this new journey!! Please feel free to say hello anytime. All comments welcome. ~Ladybyrd~Sun, 4 Dec 2011 17:36:38 ESTI want to be able to celebrate the full moon againhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45361120
So I merged with Artemis, Diana whatever you want to call her probably 7 years ago. Some things have happened over the past couple years and now every full moon my body is completely taken over. She does her thing as the goddess of the moon, but because she is pulled in so many directions (subsequently me) i'm barely able to function much less be able to celebrate the full moon myself. I do have a division between her and i for most of the time, but she controls it and she takes over entirely...Sun, 4 Dec 2011 00:34:13 ESTThought for Todayhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45320273
"The highest good is like water. <BR>
Water gives life to the ten thousand things and does not strive. <BR>
It flows in places men reject and so is like the Tao. <BR>
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In dwelling, be close to the land. <BR>
In meditation, go deep in the heart. <BR>
In dealing with others, be gentle and kind. <BR>
In speech, be true. <BR>
In ruling, be just. <BR>
In business, be competent. <BR>
In action, watch the timing." <BR>
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Tao Te Ching ~Thu, 1 Dec 2011 09:56:28 ESTMerry Meet!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45312890
Hello all - so happy to find a Pagan group here!!! I have been a practicing Wiccan for 14 years but my work schedule (weekends and nights) has pretty much kept me isolated from events and gatherings so a group with common interests is wonderful! I am a 60 yr old woman looking to lose 55 lbs and get to be at the best health possible. Looking forward to getting to know all of you better!Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:48:42 ESTJob interviewhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x45306904
I've been on Disability since 1998... for a mental illness from which I have largely recovered but still have some challenges. I have not been able to find work to supplement my SSDI, and it's not enough. I got trained in January of 2009 as a Peer Support Specialist... but all the jobs available at that time were full time, so I could not pursue them. I obtained my certification as a Peer Specialist effective December 29, 2010, and started applying for jobs...only to hear silence. <BR>
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...Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:21:35 ESTHello :)http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45240580
Hi, I'm new here. Very excited to get started, this place seems really cool, a little overwhelming, but awesome. :)Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:34:46 ESThello, hello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45114399
Yesterday while I was away from my computer I thought to myself, "Self, remember to do a search for pagan on SP." <BR>
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So am I here because of my infallible memory? No. I'm here because this was listed under featured teams today! Joy! Merry meet! <BR>
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I am 32 and have practised an earthbased spirituality since my teens, mostly solitary. Getting physically healthy to me is another way of honoring Spirit. I am looking for accoutibilty buddies, so add me as a friend if you wanna g...Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:32:15 ESTMerry Meethttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x45035264
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My path is a Spiritual path mixed with different beliefs. I m open minded to different beliefs but try to stay as close as possible to the Goddess & her consort. <BR>
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I m looking forward to meeting others to have the same open mindednes. <BR>
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B2UFri, 11 Nov 2011 19:55:07 ESTHello and Merry Mabonhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x44235027
New here from the pacific northwest - Mabon is a good of a time to start changing things as any so here I go.Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:30:06 ESTHello all!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x44190370
Hello all. I have been on spark for several months now. After just enjoying a weekend festival at Lothlorien in Indiana I have returned home and am proud to say when I weighed in I maintained my exact weight. After a weekend of indulgence balanced out by a lot of dancing I was very happy with maintenance. I have lost 44 lbs in the last year and still have more to go. The journey has been amazing so far. I am allowing the Goddess within me to shine through and look forward to growing my self e...Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:12:47 ESTHello Everyone!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x44174766
Hello, just wanted to stop by and introduce myself, my name is Kat, and looking forward to meeting new wonderful and helpful people =)Mon, 19 Sep 2011 23:39:06 ESTHello All!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x44096228
My name is Tanya and I am 24. I have two children and a wonderful husband. I personally have been Pagan for 7 years and Wiccan for about 4. I figure in order to lose this weight I need to tap into my path as well as my will to achieve my goals. <BR>
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<em>213</em> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 08:39:11 ESTBack Againhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x44060306
Hello all well I am back at spark people it has been 2 years since I was last an active member. The good news is I only gained 7 pounds but developed high blood pressure. I am hoping to find like minded folks to work with so I can lose the weight and the high blood pressure. I know the high blood pressure is from being overweight and underactive. <BR>
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RobbieTue, 13 Sep 2011 10:31:59 ESTSlimmer by Samhain Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x43701592
I reconsidered my earlier stance. We WILL be having a Challenge. It starts September 1 and runs through October 31. PLEASE visit the Challenge Forum and join us! Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com and I'll send you a copy of the spreadsheet (soon as I get it written). <BR>
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MossWed, 24 Aug 2011 00:56:59 ESTSlimmer by Samhainhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x43701580
The last Challenge didn't go so well, but we have a one-person groundswell for a new Challenge anyhow. This will run from September 1 until October 31. Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com if you would like the spreadsheet (soon as I whip it up). <BR>
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PLEASE get your friends to join. Two or three people do not make for a fun challenge. <BR>
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MossWed, 24 Aug 2011 00:54:59 ESTDruken Black Cat!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x43663340
OK, well, I figured I might as well put something in the topic heading that would catch your eye. :) I'm 31, gay, have worked as a CNA for ten years, got my bachelor's in English in 2010, and am going now for my Master's, starting this fall. I love to write, listen to many kinds of music, and watch horror movies. In July 2011, I became a first degree initiate in a tradition descended from British Traditional Witchcraft. What a joy and blessing in my life! I've been treading a Pagan path...Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:51:02 ESTGreetings! New to the Group!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x43532031
Merry Meet! <BR>
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My name is Talula and I am from NE Ohio. I am a Master Herbalist by trade specializing in not only herbs but homeopathy and holistic living as well. I own a consulting business and also make custom candles, soaps, and bath products. I’ve been a practicing witch for almost 20 years. I am very shy but try my best to push through that so I can meet knew and interesting people like yourselves. I am here because I am doing an overall lifestyle change and weight is one of the...Sun, 14 Aug 2011 11:07:42 ESTNew Homehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x43426084
My local Pagan discussion group recently lost our home as Borders Books and Music liquidated. Fortunately, we have found a new meeting place at the newly opened Whole Foods Market. First meeting there will be tonight...so excited!!Mon, 8 Aug 2011 06:35:58 ESTDoes This Count as Cardio?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x43161828
My pagan discussion group does a monthly potluck. Last night, we enjoyed chicken 3 ways, some really amazing sweet red pepper chili, two delicious batches of hummus, and many other goodies as we discussed Sacrifice. Many lovely points were brought up - but I digress. <BR>
The home that most regularly hosts is equipped with a wonderfully private backyard, and an *amazing* salt water pool. <BR>
After the kids were upstairs, squared away with a movie, nearly every adult in attendance stripped d...Sun, 24 Jul 2011 10:11:57 ESTEnvironm entalism as a Pagan Imperativehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x43033140
Since many of us consider ourselves followers of "Earth-based" spiritual practices, should it also be that the onus is upon us to be the greatest stewards of the environment as well as the strongest advocates for the environmentalist movement? Discuss. <BR>
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What "green" initiatives do you personally take? <BR>
How do you steward the environment, and encourage those around you to do so as well?Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:14:45 ESTHarry Potter - The Endhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42982445
anyone else going to see HP - 7.2 tonight? <BR>
I'm going. <BR>
I'm in deep denial that its all over. <BR>
Can't wait to see it - but almost don't want to...Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:54:01 ESTHELLO and MERRY MEET!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42967906
my beautiful daughter-in-law 'turned me on' to sparkpeople and WOW how fantastic is this?! just real quick about me - 55 yr old, married, mother of 4 and grandmother of 10; 20+ years a practicing eclectic pagan; having travelled many paths to this point, i have been learning - and leaning toward - druidism most recently; my 'new' hubby (of 5 yrs this yr) and i are travelling this path as a team - wonderful, just wonderful!! <BR>
looking forward to learning lots and lots from this site and mak...Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:41:13 ESTHello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42951023
I have been a practicing pagan for the last 11 years, following an eclectic path, willing to learn from any path. I'm glad to meet other pagans who also want to get healthier. :)Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:17:57 ESTPlans for Lughnasadh?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42948830
Maybe I'm nuts, but I'm organizing mine now rather than leaving it to closer to the time (as I usually do). <BR>
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As our first in our new, super-friendly neighbourhood, we're really looking forward to it. I'm thinking of making a wreath of some kind for hour door proclaiming everyone is welcomed into our home, for it is the holiday of Lughnasadh, and inviting some of the neighbours over for a meal. <BR>
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Also, perfect opportunity for physical games and sports, and to get outside a...Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:03:48 ESTChildren Need Time Outdoors!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42851025
Pagan Parents: please read the following SP article and take it to heart <BR>
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It is time to repair our connection with the Mother of All and help our children nurture that connection before it is lost to them entirely!Thu, 7 Jul 2011 10:16:34 ESTHello Everyone!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42845291
Hello. I'm new to the team and relatively new to sparkpeople. I have done the site once before, and almost met my goal, but I entered a bad point in my life. So now I'm back in the game and going strong so far. <BR>
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I am not actually pagan; I was raised Catholic. I went to youth groups throughout my freshman and sophomore years of high school. And I was depressed. Absolutely positively depressed. I ended up in a psychiatric ward on suicide watch. Then when I was a junior, something hap...Thu, 7 Jul 2011 00:04:57 ESTA Thought for Todayhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42831072
“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.” Thich Nhat HanhWed, 6 Jul 2011 10:36:48 ESTSummer Solsticehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42537060
Bright Blessings y'all <BR>
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Tomorrow, June 21, 2011 is the Summer Solstice. <BR>
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What are your plans? How will you decorate your Alter? <BR>
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It is supposed to rain tomorrow, tomorrow night and so on. Have been planning an outdoor ritual for a few weeks now but it has been very dry and the area is under a fire ban. Soooo the ritual is being moved to the porch. And from there we'll just play it by ear. And sit around and listen to the rain. <BR>
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<em>67</em> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:46:15 ESTI am not strictly pagan, but not stricly NOT paganhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42403763
I am actually a buddhist but I celebrate the "holy' days of paganism--lammas, beltane, ssamhain, etc. I do not believe in magick in a literal sense, but I believe that doing the ritual of magic is a psychological technique that implants your goals and desires more deeply in your mind and brings them power by focusing your psychological energy. So i do spells and ritual, but from a perspective of psychology. I like celebrating the holy wheel because i like marking important transitions in natu...Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:48:18 ESTLeaner by Lammas Challenge needs more Challengershttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42251964
We've been running Challenges in this group for a couple years now. I'm sorry to state that only two people appear to be participating in the latest Challenge... after last Challenge featured about 6-8 members, and featured a new record in total points. <BR>
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The Challenge works by awarding yourself points for weight loss, strength work, cardio work, and supporting other Team members, plus you get bonus points (your login spin bonus) if you collect 15 or more points on any given day. Th...Sun, 5 Jun 2011 17:13:02 ESTI'm new to the teamhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42231361
Hi, I'm Mary from Philadelphia. Bipolar non-functioning artist. I never fit into any mainstream religion. I was raised a Roman Catholic, but had major doubts since I was a child. <BR>
Each individual has wonderful powers within himself--life force in nature, people and animals. <BR>
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Hi all. I'm a professional, working guy (who happens to lean pagan) living in NYC. I joined SP not just because I am interested in losing weight--but because I am looking to make my life healthier in ALL aspects--including spiritually. So, I am happy I found this group on here. <BR>
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Here's hoping that this group can help inspire me (and me it!) by keeping me grounded and focused on the truly important things in life. <BR>
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I look forward to our journey together.Thu, 2 Jun 2011 15:06:13 ESTJune 1st Eclipse: My Astrology Cornerhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x42159862
On June 1st at approximately 5:19 pm Eastern Time there will a new moon eclipse in Gemini. It will be the first of three eclipses that will happen in the next month. <BR>
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What does this mean? <BR>
This means that if you were going to decide to change something-do it now. <BR>
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The eclipse is coming between a Dark Moon (three days when the moon is gone) and the first day of the New Moon. The Dark Moon is a symbol of the crossroads-in mythology it is ruled over by Hecate the Godde...Wed, 1 Jun 2011 01:15:14 ESTMerry Meet all!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x42031952
My name is Dianne, and I am in NE Ohio. I just found SparkPeople about 2 weeks ago, and kind of floated/lurked around thesite for a couple weeks. Now it is time for me to become involved and finally lose the last 20 lbs I need to lose to get into a healthy BMI range! My goal is to be at 165 lbs by 8/31/2011, so I can show off the new me at our local Pagan Pride Day festival in September. :) <BR>
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As most of us do, I enjoy my food and drink to extremes. By tracking my meals on the nu...Wed, 25 May 2011 09:43:37 ESTHello Teamhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x41740763
I am glad to find this team! My goal is to lose 50 lbs this year, not an easy thing for me as I tend to get lazy but no more, this is the time for me to reach my goal. <BR>
I live in Phoenix and recently moved here so I am still looking for people to connect with. We have two dogs and a cat that thinks he's a dog, 4 grown children and a multitude of grandchildren all living close.Tue, 10 May 2011 13:22:26 ESTAny Southern Hemisphere Pagan's Here?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x41634067
I apologise if this has come up before, but I'm new, and most of you appear to be Northern Hemisphereians. I live in Australia <em>676</em> and was wondering if there's any other Aussies here? Or any other Southern Hemisphereians. Our wheel is turning toward Yule here, having just celebrated Samhain, so it's getting bloody cold! Many of you seem to be getting ready for summer, but it's the complete opposite here. <BR>
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Anyone out there sympathising with me? It's toooooo cold!!!Wed, 4 May 2011 22:39:36 ESTJoin the Challengehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x41633960
We have just started another Challenge, Lighter By Lammas. Please come join us. <BR>
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You get 10 points for each pound lost <BR>
1 point for each 10 minutes of cardio work (limit 18 per day) <BR>
1 point for each 10 reps of weight work (limit 18 per day) <BR>
1 point for each message you write supporting other members of the Pagan Place team <BR>
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...and if you collect 15 or more points on a given day, you can count your Login Spin points... <BR>
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Team Member Amanda set a new ...Wed, 4 May 2011 22:34:46 ESTYES!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x41633778
haha YES! A PAGAN group! I knew there had to be one hidden here somewhere among the multitude of Christian boards.... <em>20</em> <BR>
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Well hi! <em>213</em> My names Sasha and I'm from Australia. <em>676</em> I'm almost 20, Vegetarian <em>267</em> , a music student at university <em>335</em> , and I suppose one would call me an 'ecclectic pagan'. <BR>
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Being 20 my beliefs develop and grow constantly. I as yet do not have a 'title' or 'box' that my personal brand of paganis...Wed, 4 May 2011 22:26:10 ESTLeaner By Lammashttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x41458701
Here is our next challenge. We just had our high-point record blown into another galaxy in the last one...so be on your toes. Remember, you're really only competing with yourself; the others' points just help keep you motivated. <BR>
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Email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com if you would like the spreadsheet which will help you keep track. This can be used with any spreadsheet program -- Excel, OpenOffice, etc. (I'm using Ashampoo Office 2008 at present). <BR>
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Hugs, <BR>
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Hi, I'm Sharon. I've been using Sparkpeople on and off for a while but I'm new to the forums. I'm roughly Wiccan, currently solitary. I'm currently in Weight Watchers for the weekly thunk on the noggin, but right now I prefer to track calories vs. points. I've lost 30 over the last couple of years, and am trying to motivate myself to finally get rid of the last 10-15. I'm going to a fitness conference in late May and want to get as much in shape as possible by then. Looking forward to g...Sat, 9 Apr 2011 23:18:08 ESTHello Again!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x40871379
Hi everyone! Just wanted to stop in and say hello again! You all helped me lose 65 lbs 2 years ago! Now, ive quit smoking (finally) and gained alot of it back (like all of it lol) So here i am again. Im also with a new guy, so im trying to teach him alot of the good habits i learned on this site. So Bright Blessings to all and nice to make your aquaintance again! <BR>
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Blessed Be )O(Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:32:19 ESTgreatings :)http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x40788362
Hello everyone! My name is Devon. <BR>
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I'm the green sheep of my family. I follow the Druid way of life and it can be hard sometimes because it's something my family greatly opposes and they try to steer me back to their more conventional ways at every opportunity. I joined spark to be a more healthy me as I struggle with being underweight.Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:28:25 ESTFoods that help "wake you up" in the morninghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x40573086
Hello everyone, i am looking for suggestions for any foods or supplements that help wake a person up in the morning and clear your mind. I am trying to cut back on caffeine i only drink one cup of black tea a day. Lately ive been so groggy in the morning for hours even with eating clean and 6 meals a day. Its gotten so bad that im thinking of going back to energy drinks for the boost they gave and i really would prefer to stay away from them. I am open to suggestions. Thanks in advance for yo...Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:09:14 ESTHow does your Paganism support your health goals?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x40570968
Hi all! I'm a new member on SparkPeople, and I wanted to provide a discussion prompt (or blog prompt, if you'd rather -- just post a link here when you've posted)... <BR>
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I know this is something I could ramble about for DAYS, and I find it inspiring every time I think about it. Might be a great way for us all to inspire each other! <BR>
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How is your progress toward health supported by your Paganism? What parts of your faith, practice, and Craft serve to motivate, inform, inspir...Tue, 15 Mar 2011 10:37:55 ESTHow do you tell a loved one they are obese?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39981414
After doing the calculations I learned my fiance is in the obese range for his BMI (taking his frame size as a factor as well). I have been trying to work with him to cut sodium, fat and overall reduce his food intake to a healthy level (he likes to snack) and to add exercise. <BR>
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Every time I bring it up he gets defensive (mostly with the line "I'm not uncomfortable with the way I look") even though I am only looking out for his health. <BR>
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We want to start a family in the ne...Thu, 17 Feb 2011 10:53:16 ESTHow do you tell people you are Pagan?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39920341
I'm new to paganism (and weightloss for that matter!), I just started reading and learning about it last year and I don't know any other pagans or have any teachers so I'm just kind of figuring things out for myself at this point. I was wondering if any of you had any advice on telling people (especially family) that you have decided to follow a pagan religious path? Also if anyone is willing to share some of their beliefs/traditions please feel free to send me a message. I know everyone does...Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:16:50 ESTI need strengthhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39887670
Today i am asking for strength and patience. It has been a long week filled with many disappointment both personally and professionally. I have struggled to stay on track with my food issues and last night did not do so well. So today I am starting over and trying to find peace. <BR>
What do you do when it all feels so overwhelming? How do you get back to that spiritual place?Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:46:11 ESTVoices of the green sheephttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x39866560
I added this to the SparkPeople Cafe as a balance. Feel free to comment away....there and here. <BR>
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<em>30</em> <link>www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/messageb<BR>oard.asp?imboard=8&imparent=22965094&s<BR>trViewThisPage=2 </link> Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:35:08 ESTmachine embroideryhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39853403
OFF TOPIC for weight loss but right on for pagans. I do machine embroidery. Unfortunately I have not had the time to learn to digitize my own designs. Long story short... I want a pentagram design to be able to stitch out and send to pagan troops in harms way and for those at the local VA hospital. <BR>
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A patient at the VA asked about one when I brought angels over to the clinic. He said he would have loved a symbol of his faith with him and he know of many others. His unit received em...Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:22:11 ESTIm not healing, could it be a spiritual block?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39824746
Merry Meet, <BR>
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I went to the Dr yesterday with high hopes of good results and sadly had them all dashed... I am trying to stay positive but as of late it is getting hard. My results from my blood tests and xrays... my liver is getting toxic again (no i do not drink). My toe shows no signs of healing or calcium forming whatsoever (which is strange as im taking calcium and eating way more dairy than i used to), it is as if i just broke it and we do not understand why? My left shoulder i...Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:29:44 ESTA Question of Paths and Practicehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39615112
Greetings all! <BR>
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I've been here just under a Lunar cycle and was looking through the threads to see if these questions have already been addressed. If they have and I have overlooked them, please accept my apology in advance. <BR>
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1. Which Path are you on? Most here seem to be Wiccan of one flavor or another. I am a 2* Traditionalist Wiccan Priest and our coven HP. <BR>
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2. Do you practice alone or with others? This is especially interesting to me in light of the challeng...Tue, 1 Feb 2011 18:00:19 ESTBlessed Imbolic!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39597338
May you all feel the Light shine in and around you <BR>
enjoy your day and the light as it grows brighter each day <em>30</em> Tue, 1 Feb 2011 06:19:20 ESTBuff By Beltane 2011http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x39592749
New Challenge! email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com for your spreadsheets. <BR>
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Hugs, <BR>
MossMon, 31 Jan 2011 22:22:31 ESTJob issues...Am I cursed?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39553221
Normally, I lurk on boards like this, content to practice in peace, and make phone calls to elected officials when said peace is threatened. However, this is personal. <BR>
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I work in tech support, and in the last four years, I have had trouble with employment. Finding *any* gig is not that hard, but finding a *good* gig has been next to impossible. I've busted my butt to get three IT certifications (working on a 4th). I show up, I work hard...but end up making LESS money than I made in ...Sun, 30 Jan 2011 12:29:00 ESTI'm back!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x39537452
Depression got the better of me. I'm back on my broom and flying again.Sat, 29 Jan 2011 16:56:56 ESTFood for thought...chew on this, :)http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39489192
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<em>8</em> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:46:07 ESTWhere are you today?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x39488990
Goddess, I call upon You in Your aspect as Creatrix, Maker of all things, to guide me in my work. <BR>
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Let my eyes see clearly, let my hand be sure and steady, let my heart find the way to bring beauty and truth. <BR>
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And, Lady, let me not bugger it up. <BR>
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Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:38:12 ESTHellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x39392749
hello all. I am a wiccan of 14 years, currently living in Louisiana. I came to SP because i want to be a more centered, balanced person not to mention a lighter, fitter person. <BR>
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Good luck to everyone, looking forward to being onthe teamSun, 23 Jan 2011 21:41:11 ESTMotivational humorhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x39376574
This seemed a good place to post this. It's kind of where I am today. Enjoy, <em>30</em> <BR>
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Buttprints in the Sand <BR>
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One night I had a wondrous dream, <BR>
One set of footprints there was seen, <BR>
The footprints of the Goddess they were, <BR>
But mine were not along the shore. <BR>
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But then some stranger prints appeared, <BR>
and I asked Her, "What have we here? <BR>
These prints are large and round and neat, <BR>
But much too big to be from feet." <BR>
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...Sun, 23 Jan 2011 09:33:13 ESTPlunging Back In --http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x39366230
Hi Pagan Folk -- <BR>
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I'm May, a 27 year old with in Northern California practicing a version of Feri. Back after a few months off in graduate school land. Realized I'm above my starting weight and don't feel good, so trying to figure out how to integrate more activity in my daily life. It is so tricky! I'm also about to start a year and a day in my community with a group of very fit yoga witches and am so scared I won't be able to keep up. <BR>
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In Beauty -- <BR>
-- May ...Sat, 22 Jan 2011 18:25:15 ESTHow Much Do You Sit?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39249265
I got this message in my email and wanted to share it. - Moss <BR>
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Exercise No Excuse For Sitting Too Much <BR>
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NEW YORK, January 12, 2011: Increasingly, research is focusing not on how much exercise people get, but how much of their time is spent in sedentary activity. The latest findings, published this week in The Journal of the American College of Cardiology, indicate that the amount of leisure time spent sitting in front of a screen can ha...Tue, 18 Jan 2011 03:37:11 ESTweight loss: Numbers or body image?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39243459
I am not sure about the rest of you, but I have noticed my scale is not budging on the number amount.. and when it does move it seems to go up. However, I also measure my waist and hips... sometimes thighs, and those numbers are going down. <BR>
Though my true question is are you guys going by the number on your scale, or the image you see in the mirror? <BR>
I use to be solely focused on the number, but now I have found I not only stay with it longer, enjoy it more, and over all feel bette...Mon, 17 Jan 2011 21:02:22 ESTJust curious....http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x39238507
I was wondering what is something you have not been able to give up thus far on your road to fitness, or what do you think you'll have trouble giving up. For me it will probably be white potatoes. I just do not like the taste of sweet potatoes. What about everyone else?Mon, 17 Jan 2011 18:06:31 ESTReturning Member--Celestehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x39104697
Hello Everyone! <BR>
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I was here last year, but went through a phase when I no longer cared about myself or changing, so I left SparkPeople. <BR>
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My name is Celeste and I am 25. I reside in Washington state. <BR>
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I am 5'1 and as of two weeks ago, was 217. I can't weigh daily lol but I will be weighing in tonight, so we shall see. <BR>
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I am beldn of Avalonian spirituality, Hinduism, and Druidry. I have begun looking in Enochian spirituality as I have felt a tug in that d...Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:22:00 ESTHello =Dhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x38989240
Hi everyone, my name is Elizabeth, or just Liz for short. My older sister found herself a Christian group, so I decided to find myself a Pagan group. XD I'm a Hellenic Recon, or trying to be, its hard to find places I can keep purified to practice on a regular basis. Mostly I end up praying somewhere quiet and lighting incenses. I practices witchcraft occasionally, I love to cross stitch, play video games, cosplaying at anime conventions and generally hanging out with friends.Sat, 8 Jan 2011 14:13:26 ESTUS Army `spiritual fitness' test?????http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38947850
<link>www.christiancentury.org/article/201<BR>1-01/army-faces-questions-over-spiritu<BR>al-fitness-test </link> <BR>
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Another article <BR>
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Thu, 6 Jan 2011 21:25:32 ESTWhat do YOU listen to when working out?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38922918
I'm trying to make a workout playlist for the gym (while I go with my sister, she has her iPod on). <BR>
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So far I have Barenaked Ladies, Finger Eleven, Disturbed, Katy Perry, Live on Release, Bif Naked, Moxy Fruvous, Franz Ferdinand, Blur, Papa Roach, System of a Down, Great Big Sea, My Chemical Romance, Silverchair, Guns n' Roses and Chemical Brothers. <BR>
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I love anything upbeat or hardcore to exercise to, but all my MP3s are gone since our last computer died (and now our exte...Thu, 6 Jan 2011 00:06:43 ESTHello hello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x38910865
I've been part of this team for a while (off and on since my weight struggle in 2007). I'm back on Spark People, and plan to stay! <BR>
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Anyhow, my sacred name is Aelwyn. I am 31, a Hellenic Pagan (who worships Hekate and Pan), who practices British Traditional Witchcraft (and is being smacked in the head by multiple horned deities), and also Conjure. I am also going to be studying OBOD, and am part of a working Grove. <BR>
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Mundanely, I am...Wed, 5 Jan 2011 16:25:45 ESTHealthy Holidayhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38626284
Whether we celebrate this time of year as Yule, the Solstice, or even a secular Christmas gift holiday, many of us will be faced with temptation of holiday food along with our fellowship. My strategy this year is to serve more veggie sides than anything else, and to limit the baking, giving much of it away to family and friends. I'm also including healthier options with whole wheat flour and less sugar, no "taste test" bites while cooking! I'm keeping a dish of shiny red apples handy inste...Thu, 23 Dec 2010 14:33:44 ESTYuletide Solstice Blessingshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38588108
On this, the darkest night of the year, may your Spark become a Flame!! Brightest blessings to everyone <em>30</em> Tue, 21 Dec 2010 09:44:25 ESTthe moonhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38584714
What a beautiful moment, the meeting of the winter solstice, the lunar eclipse, and full moon. The shadow of Earth made it smoulder like an ember in the night sky. <BR>
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Did anyone else venture outside this evening?Tue, 21 Dec 2010 03:55:43 ESTflyinbattyhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x38520059
I joined sparkspeople to start a new life for myself! and my children. I am excited to figure the website out and utalize all it has to offer as well as hopefully get a chance to meet anyone interested in meeting me. I am looking for support for this journey, but can provide that support as well. good luck everyone!Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:46:07 ESTTarothttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38480692
I know this is not related to weight loss but I have a question. If you are like myself and do not have many people to do card readings for, how do you get better at reading tarot cards. I have been reading for people for a couple of years and I tend to be decently accurate, but how do you get better without having someone, or someone new, to practice on.Tue, 14 Dec 2010 21:34:31 ESThopinghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x38369066
Hi, I'm caley I started spark people almost two weeks ago, I'm 23 years old with two beautiful boys. I was part of another pagan team but like nobody in there is very active so I'm hoping this one is.Wed, 8 Dec 2010 17:26:09 ESTHealthy Yule Recipeshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x38307594
Hi everyone! This is for all of you kitchen-witches out there like me who are constantly looking for new healthy recipes to try. <BR>
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I'd love to do a recipe swap for healthy (and preferably seasonal) meals that you have (or would like to) serve at your Yule dinner. If you don't celebrate Yule (or if you celebrate any combination of the holidays this time around), that's fine too! Any of your favorite seasonal recipes would be welcome! <BR>
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My husband and I always make Warm Apri...Sun, 5 Dec 2010 18:13:54 ESTHappy to find all of you!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x38267879
Hello everyone! My name is Amy, 27 from NY. I just found Sparkpeople a few days ago and am really loving the energy on this site! <BR>
As for the religious side of it, I've been part of a local pagan community for the last 4 years and have been practicing/researching since I was 12. <BR>
It's been interesting in our household, my husband follows the Norse tradition, particularly resonating with Loki, while I gravitate toward the Greco-Romans, particularly with the Goddess Hera-Teleia. (Need...Fri, 3 Dec 2010 12:36:10 ESTsuggestions for health and protection rituals?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x37864575
I am planning to do some rituals surrounding my upcoming surgery. Any suggestions on how best to do protection rituals prior to surgery? I was thinking of shaving my head the rest of the way and letting pagan friends draw protective symbols on me. They won't be operating on my head so it's not like the pen will be anywhere in the way. <BR>
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What rituals do you do to boost immunity and healing or protect you/keep you safe during surgery?Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:20:41 ESTCompact by Candlemashttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x37602212
This is our next wonderful Challenge for members of this forum. If you would like a spreadsheet to help you keep track, please write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com . <BR>
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10 points for each pound lost (you cannot count pounds lost after gaining back, only cumulative pounds lost from the start of the Challenge) <BR>
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1 point for each 10 reps of weight/strength work <BR>
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1 point for each 10 minutes of cardio work <BR>
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1 point...Fri, 29 Oct 2010 01:12:35 ESTHi, I'm new!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x37510624
Hi, I'm new to this site. I'm trying to make my life healthier and happier. I live in North Dakota with my boyfriend, cat, dog, and two rats. I love travel, reading, and japanese culture. I have several goals, but the most important is to improve the quality of my life by doing something for myself everyday. <BR>
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I look forward to reading posts, articles, and success stories from you all.Sun, 24 Oct 2010 19:00:23 ESTMerry meethttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x37370035
I just want to introduce myself I am Lady Ceinwen which is Celtic for Beautiful Gems. I love crystals. I am looking to lose this weight that is on my body so I may be able to move around a little easier in the circle. lol I need to learn to believe in myself to make things happen.Sun, 17 Oct 2010 19:34:20 ESTNew Team for NM Pagan/Wiccan/D Druid/Wildling Folkhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x37336939
Yep, I'm taking the bold step of starting yet ANOTHER Pagan/Wiccan/Druid/Wildling group here on spark. I've taken the liberty of calling it Magickal New Mexico. Original, I know. <BR>
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We have, as near as I can tell, 19 assorted Earth Religion related groups. I can't tell which ones are active and which ones aren't. I can't tell WHO is active and who isn't. And I have ZERO idea of who is local to me and who isn't...Fri, 15 Oct 2010 20:07:06 ESTNamaste!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x37272612
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I'm new to spark people so I hope you don't mind me poking my head in here. <BR>
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I've always been an "eclectic" soul and of course I love nature so Paganism has been my calling for the past 20 years. Sometimes I have "seasons" of spirituality, right now I'm in a "spring" season. Everything feels new and alive to me and I'm thirsting for growth and change. <BR>
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Yes, I know its Autumn my favorite season but in my heart it's spring. :) I hope that makes sense? <BR>
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My name is Kristen, I'm 22, a fairly new mom of a nine and a half month old little guy who keeps me on my toes and getting married next June on the Solstice to the most amazing man I've ever met. <BR>
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Now that I've told you about me on the outside let's gt to a little bit of me on the inside. <BR>
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I have been overweight most of my life. Only once was I within a healthy weight range for myself but then I got pregnant and gained 100 pounds!! Been struggling to lose it...Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:39:39 ESTDruid Petitionhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x37104731
I'm forwarding this on behalf of Druids in the UK. <BR>
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We apologize for interrupting you with this message, but if the Druid communities worldwide are to continue being taken serious, this is an important matter in where we require a little bit of your help - by adding your signature to an online petition. <BR>
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An article appeared in The Daily Mail Online UK, written by Melanie Phillips with the title "Druids as an official religion? Stones of Praise here we come". This article i...Mon, 4 Oct 2010 15:59:34 ESTWiccan or not Wiccan: that is the questionhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x36679172
Okay, I've been having a discussion on another website with an individual about what beliefs constitute Wiccan beliefs, and who "fits" the Wiccan label and who doesn't. This other person feels that Wicca is a very structured religion, must believe in a God and a Goddess, that the God and Goddess are the supreme ultimate beings and are supreme in power. Yet in my belief there is no true Wiccan path...if one feels connected to the Wiccan religion, that is what one should call themselves. <B...Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:30:54 ESTGood Morning and Blessed Behttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x36596721
Hello to everyone, <BR>
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My name is Rhonda, and though I'm not new to Sparkpeople (been a member on and off for about 2 years now) I am new to this board. <BR>
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I have been a practicing Wiccan for about 20 years now. I've been over-weight all my life, or at least since I was 7. Like most people, I fought the battle with every fad diet I could get my hands on. I had pretty much given up until my health insurance had approved me for gastric-bypass surgery. I had it done in 2006....Fri, 10 Sep 2010 06:29:09 ESTBook Reviewhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x36527238
I'm in the process of reading Magical Housekeeping by Tess Whitehurst and it's really good so far. <BR>
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I tend to have trouble with cleaning. I'm just not organized or tidy in general and cleaning makes me completely freak out. <BR>
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I tried the FlyLady book and website, but it's got a seriously Christian vibe to it which I find really unhelpful, and something about the tone really grates on my nerves. <BR>
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And then I managed to snag a copy of Magical Housekeeping at a lib...Mon, 6 Sep 2010 22:29:01 ESTHi there!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x36316042
I go by Sarah! I'm new here... kind of. I've been here before, but I had to come back! How is everyone doing today? :)Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:45:39 ESTNewb here.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x36172071
Hi! I'm new to this team. Not new to SP. I'm a solitary wiccan of 5 years now. I'm a stay at home mom to a beautiful little 4 1/2 yr old little girl, and I've been married for 5 years now. My husband and I have been together for 6 years though. He's great. I'm also new to being Vegan. I've been vegan for over 3 weeks now, although I've been a vegetarian for the past few years. Being vegan isn't hard at all for me. I don't miss anything. I feel much lighter and happier and cleaner on...Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:28:01 ESTHellohttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x36153725
Well fancy this! I am delighted to find this group on Spark. My name is Marsha, I live in upstate NY. I currently am an eclectic solitary. Recently moved to an absolute wooded wonderland which I adore! I am sick of being overweight and this site seems to have so many wonderful tools.. and now this. Does it get any better?Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:24:05 ESTPagan Pride Dayhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x36143411
As Pagan Pride season arrives, I'm wondering... <BR>
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When is PPD where you live? <BR>
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Share your plans!Thu, 19 Aug 2010 02:36:53 ESTGroup Posts for "Shortest EXERCISE I DID TODAY"http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x35924634
I'm tired of always trying to DO MORE MORE MORE. I want a place to record the LITTLE THINGS I DO for exercise. Figured others here might join in. <BR>
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Today I took the stairs 7X! Yeah for me. (We won't talk about how they are in my home and I need to take them to get upstairs anyway. I'm COUNTING 'EM!) <BR>
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Go ahead. Have fun. Record something LITTLE for a change. That way it won't take long either. <BR>
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<em>9</em> Here's to the little things that Get Us Skinny!Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:07:12 ESTNew to Spark and Paganismhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x35895361
Hello everyone! I'm Amanda and I'm new to both SP and Paganism. I grew up in what I would describe as a non-practicing Christian family and attended a Catholic high school. None of what I saw and learned there sat well with me but I never felt the urge to get out and learn more at the time. I have recently begun reading a lot about Pagan beliefs and practices and it feels like putting a name to the things I've had inside me all along. I am also an over-weight college student with a passion fo...Sat, 7 Aug 2010 02:22:10 ESTWeight Loss and Moon Phases?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x35712541
Hello fellow pagans, I am a recon heathen and I have been a polytheist and witch for more than ten years now. Sometimes I get caught up in recon stuff but I always try to return to the basic cycles of the world. I am thinking of adjusting my workouts and weight loss to the moon. Obviously the two week periods of increase and decrease are of interest to us looking to gain muscle and lose fat, but I'm not sure exactly how. Would it make sense to increase calorie consumption along with exercise ...Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:50:13 ESTHi! New to team :)http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x35690005
Hi everyone. My name is Mia. Hubby Larry and I have been married 8 years as of July 12 and we have two little girls. Marissa is 7 and Vanessa is 5. We also have a dog and 2 cats. <BR>
My hubby is the Distinctive Faith Group Leader for Wiccans/Pagans here at Ft. Sill. I didn't become active with the group til last October due to medical problems pretty much keeping me in the house all the time. <BR>
I've since had a gastric bypass to help me on my way. After 3 hernia's I am hoping there wi...Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:55:17 ESTSuccess By Samhainhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x35686432
Our brand-new Challenge starts August 2... email me (use REAL EMAIL, not SparkMail) at zaivalananda@gmail.com to get the spreadsheet for this. (I'll have it ready later today) <BR>
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The other day I was curious about how a guy felt about our relationship. Back story is I'm married and this guy is a friend of both me and my husband (more my husband's). However, I always got this feeling he wanted more. I won't go into details here, but the reason I did the reading was b/c we have been trying to get him to come for a visit and when it's weeks away he says yeah, but when it gets right to the week before he always has an excuse for not comming. <BR>
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So I did the readin...Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:42:13 ESTstarlight is here!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x35518158
I am a new pagan, lots to learn. Hope to make friends!Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:49:38 ESTREVELATIONS AND CERTAINTYhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x35438229
I am sitting in an office chair right now typing this post. This is an action i never thought was possible ever again. I also thought i would never wear 7 inche high heeled sandals again. I was saying my daily prayers and affirmations when the sun came up over the traintrackes and distracted me for a few. The sun hi the leaves and i realized with such clarity and so suddenly that everything in my life and everyone elses's life is going to be alright. It hit me so hard that i started bawling a...Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:23:04 ESTHello!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x35390250
Hello! My girlfriend and I joined SP together almost a week ago (we aren't far in our journey). So far it has been a fantastic tool and inspiration. I decided to start using the teams and such to start meeting a few people with similar mindsets. So here I am :) <BR>
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Dunno what else I ought to say but if you have any questions feel free to ask :)Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:08:50 ESTAnyone here taken classes at TPOC?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x35328277
I just finished my first class at The Pagan Online Campus and it was great! Has anyone else taken classes there? I have taken Kitchen Witchery and am enrolling next semester for gemstones 1 and magical handcrafting.Sat, 10 Jul 2010 23:06:32 ESTMy Introhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x35177142
Namaste and Greetings, <BR>
I am Larry. I am on this journey to help my wife and kids to get healthier. I am in the military and have been for the past 15 years. I guess I would say that my level of fitness is good. I am an eclectic Wiccan. I am also the Distinctive Faith Group Leader for the Fort Sill Open Circle.Sat, 3 Jul 2010 02:17:28 ESTNEWS THAT IS GOODhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x35020935
I lost 2 pounds and an inch in the waist and hips. I did another post yesterday and some of the people who responded seem to be under the impression that i am perpousfully starving myself. I made sure to visit a couple of their sites to let them know that i have tried to eat but keep getting sick. I don't know why the heat and humidity does this to me but it does. I wish i could eat lol. It is relativly cool this morning so i had a breakfast of yogurt, apple and multi-grain toast. I am drinki...Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:33:36 ESTWHY?????http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34998048
Why is it that every time it gets hot and sticky i can't eat???? If i can eat it's not much. Why is it that all i can do is sleep???? Why is it i can barely function??? It's almost like having the flue but not for weekds on end. It's terrible. Why is this happening to me????Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:17:25 ESTWEDNESDAYhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34976410
It i swednesday and i decided to get a little curious. I weighed myself. I am 210. I have always been heavier on a wednesday. Progress????? let's see on Friday.Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:36:02 ESTGOOD MORNING AND BLESSINGS TO ALLhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34953385
Just stopping by to say good morning and blessed be to all. I hope all of you have a most blessed day todayTue, 22 Jun 2010 07:01:54 ESTBALANCEhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34936757
This sthing is the one thing i don't have today......BALANCE. I feel like a train going off the track and with no breaks. Today has been a very busy day and i haven't had a rest yet. <BR>
I am typing line in between laundry, chasing a 3-year-old, and yelling at my teen to help me. I have such a long way to go and i do hope it gets better. Have a happy summer solstice allMon, 21 Jun 2010 12:01:42 ESTComing out of the Broom Closethttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x34930670
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Just thought I would use the solstice as a door out of the Broom Closet here on SP. <BR>
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I have been studying & practicing for, what, 35 years now. Woosh! Its been a good ride! I am now in a period where I am morphing from plump friendly-hipped Mother to a lean sinnewy Crone! <BR>
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I'm Melting! I'm Melting! (so far I have melted off 35 pounds and have 45 more to go!) <BR>
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I hale from Central Wisconsin - due north of Madison, due west of Green Bay....Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:02:25 ESTTHNXhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34854912
i want to thank all you who helped me get through the roughest day of my life and are continuing to help me. I love you all and i must admitt that i feel a lot more at peace. Most of me was angry she died so young and the rest of me was angry she sufered so horribly. Now i am just glad she no longer suffers. thnx again and have a great day allThu, 17 Jun 2010 06:56:24 ESTWEIRD DREAMShttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34832391
Night before last i dreamt of being underwater and seeing a town submerged. I saw a road running upward on the side of a hill with a broken metal arch. I saw trees; white birch, oak, and pine. All of them still hav foliage on them and i saw a water tower that's how i knew it was a town. The water was murky greyish brown. Last night i dreamt of meeting a man on a dirt road in a very ancient but broken city. He laughed and joked with me for what seemed to be forever. He suddenly looked up and s...Wed, 16 Jun 2010 07:00:18 ESTNEW TO DEALING WITH DEATHhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34785362
I just found out yesterday that my sister died on saturday of breast and bone cancer and it was in stage 4. My stomach is feeling very sour and upset and i want so despirately to go back to bed and stay there. Is this what it feels like to greive for someone???? i have never grieved for anyone before. I wouldn't know what to expect. I'm going to the showing on teusday but i can't go to the burial on wednesday because i don't have a sitter. Don't think i can do it twice any how.Mon, 14 Jun 2010 07:10:03 ESTMoon rosehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34660024
Just wanted to share this with you all. I'm a pagan at heart, but still in the finding-myself phase. Not officially practicing. <BR>
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I'm always drawn out to the full moon. But last time there was something really spectacular about it. I feel like the moonlight washed away the darkness that has been with me for the last two years (long story). A week or so after that, my mother gave me a gift.. the first rose of the summer that she had cut from her garden. As the rose sat in water in my...Tue, 8 Jun 2010 02:10:27 ESTHAVING FRIIGING TROUBLE!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34434360
I tell you...i am so fustrated right now. I have been making sure i eat healthy foods and in the right caloric range and i still gained 5 pounds!!! what the heck. The heat has made it almost unbearable to do any exercise at all. To accomodate that i reduced my caloric intake because of non-movement. WOW it's going to take a mericle to get me to loose weight consistantly. Have a great day all. just needed to ventFri, 28 May 2010 07:22:58 ESTA BETTER DAY TODAYhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34414509
Today seems to be off to a great start. I said my prayers and affirmations outside in a cool breeze. Very nice. I watched the sun rise. Very very nice. I lit some incense outside for atmosphere. I logeed my dreams and my feelings and read some of my e-book. guess the name....come on any one....... no..... The Spark. My little one just woke up and ate. Housework is nearly done and i am planning on a meditation after the little one goes down for a nap. I plan on cooking out today. Yesterdays ch...Thu, 27 May 2010 09:13:27 ESTTIME FOR ME NOW!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34392344
I need to make time for me like right now!!!! i have told people who are bugging me to leave me alone for at least 2 weeks. I haven't done any magickal or spiritual studies in almst 2 months and i am starting to pay the price for being so unbalanced. I am now going to unplug the tele and turn on cartoons for my little one to watch. I usually have a schedual to follow but it has been interrupted non-stop for the lat 2 months. Time to put up a stop sign and put these distractions through a deto...Wed, 26 May 2010 09:10:58 ESTHERE WE GO AGAINhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34372666
Once again the heat and humidity are through the roof. My nausea has already started and it is really difficult to eat. i gues that i am reduced to crackers and water. Like it was yesterday. Samhaine is doing great however. He slept through the night and ate really well this morning. He is asleep right now of course. I was 216 yesterday morning and this morning i was 212. Like i said, i wouldn't recommend this method of loosing weight. Have a great day allTue, 25 May 2010 11:44:08 ESTKITTENS, HEATSICK NESS,AND HOUSEWORK OH MY!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34344948
Hey all. i have aquired a new kitten. His name is Samhaine and he is very demanding. He actually told me his name. The doctor told me when i was pregnant with my 2-year-old that i was suffering heatsickness and might never recover from it. It turns out he was right. the last few days we had that were hot and humid i got really sick and couldn't eat anything but fruits and veggies that were cold. It's going to be another hot and humid day today and my husband kindly installed an airconditioner...Mon, 24 May 2010 08:49:40 ESTHi therehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x34315663
I'm 34, Vegan, Pagan, and a mom to 4 kids. <BR>
I've been obese most of my adult life and am trying to get healthier. <BR>
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I look forward to hitting goals with you guys!! :)Sat, 22 May 2010 17:29:34 ESTHello! So happy to be here...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x34289604
I just joined SP yesterday and am so happy that I've found what appears to be an awesome Pagan community on my second day. <BR>
This is my first time really joining an online healthy living community. I am looking forward to making some life changes and living a healthier, happier life! I am a wife, a mother of five, a full-time employee, and a full-time student, so I have always struggled with finding the TIME to make the changes. I am determined to make the time and to use this community a...Fri, 21 May 2010 10:01:14 ESTHi! Newbie here!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x34207782
Hooray! Spark has Pagan communities! <BR>
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Hi, I'm Dydan! I'm exactly one week away today from hitting my "Hitchhiker's Guide To The Universe" birthday (at least that's what I'm calling it!) I've been an Eclectic Pagan for about 20 years now. My library contains a bit of everything but these days my practice is what I like to call "instinctual magick". I live in San Antonio with my wonderful partner Jared and our 3 cats. <BR>
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Mon, 17 May 2010 18:43:55 ESTGLORIOUS DAY AND BRIGHTEST BLESSINGS!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34190924
What does everyone think about yesterday???? we had a gloriously bright day and i got a ton done. i finished planting my veggie garden, weeded my flowers. and mowed my lawn. My poor 2-year-old got a sunburn but i am treating it. i got the sting down enough for him to be able to go to sleep. today isn't going to be as bright but at least they are no longer talking about rain. and i will be able to get some inside stuff done. have a bright and blessed day allMon, 17 May 2010 06:07:35 ESTReady to Begin!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x34184038
I am a 33yr old mum of 4 human children and 2 furry ones! I'd like to start living a more active life, cook healthier foods - and hopefully leave 30-35kgs along the roadside somewhere on the way. <BR>
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I have purged the cupboards and fridge of all the nasties, and signed myself up for a 5k fun run in early october - there is no choice but to be healthy now!! lol <BR>
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I also hope to make some good friends and look forward to sharing your journeys to a better life too. <BR>
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I joined this group about 2 years ago, lost nearly 20 lbs, then got pregnant and well, fell off the wagon so to speak :) <BR>
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But I'm back, and ready to get healthy and thin, and wanted to stop back over here and say hi and see what is new. <BR>
Thu, 13 May 2010 08:22:42 ESTRELEASING HATE, NEGATIVITY, AND SELF-PITYhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x34057249
This morning i have been crying a lot. I am angry with myself. i hate way too many people for stupid reasons. i tend to wallow in my own self-pity for something i want or want to be but am too afraid to seize the oppotunity to make it happen. I realize that too much of these things are unhealthy and can lead to a block in loosing my weight. I am crying a lot this morning because i honestly don't have a choice now. My body is telling me that it is time to spiritually do a overhaul on my life a...Tue, 11 May 2010 07:09:32 ESTBLESSINGS TO ALLhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x33979484
blessings to you all and here's to the fact you have nicer days than i am. it's raining like crazy here. this is my running day and today i'm going to get 2 more pairs of pants. i only have 2 pair of 14s. i took all of my 16s out of my closet as they are no longer viable to wear. donation time. they are like brandnew. wow talk about shrinkage. lol have a great dayFri, 7 May 2010 12:21:35 ESTPick a Card, any Card.......http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x33954896
I like to start most days with pulling a card. anyone care to join me? <BR>
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Yay!Thu, 6 May 2010 12:04:29 ESTCreating A Kitchen Altarhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33873746
Hello All! <BR>
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I have been working on physically cleaning out my kitchen to be able to set up a kitchen altar and energetically clean out my kitchen. <BR>
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My goal in this is to bring my attention to what I'm eating and how I'm preparing it and to give thanks for all that I have. Plus, bring my children into the ritual so their gain a respect for the food we eat. <BR>...Mon, 3 May 2010 10:15:50 ESTHello Everyonehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x33807984
Hi, I'm a practicing druid in the Maryland area. I attend an ADF affiliated grove as often as I can (not often enough because I don't have a car and the bus won't get me there on Sundays when we meet once a week, but I do the best I can). I just graduated college and I am looking for a full time job and apartment etc, and trying to stay in shape at the same time. Looking forward to my grove's Beltane ritual this saturday, and hoping that others will bring some low fat dishes so I can navig...Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:39:12 ESTIGNITING MY SPARK BY HELPING OTHERShttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33706065
Today and yesterday i have been running across people here on sparkpeople who need support and help really bad. I have accidentally run into them reading the blogs that are posted or the messages they post on out of the way message boards. I am here to send out an S.O.S. on behalf of these individuals. plz visit the recent blogs postings to find them. You can find it quickly through the spark point tab and the comment on member blogs points collection. there are so many out there that we are ...Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:44:40 ESTICHES AWAY AND SEVERAL SIZES SMALLERhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x33683779
I measured myself today and found i lost one inche everywhere except my arms. What gave it away is the fact that i put on a pair of size 14's yesterday and found i needed a belt for those!!!! yesterday is the first time i have wore 14's in like forever!!!! now i have to go cloths shopping again....sigh!!!!! lolcheck out my tickers it's great!!!Sun, 25 Apr 2010 10:57:55 ESTLighter By Lammashttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33660198
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The Challenge starts May 2 - the spreadsheet is NOW READY! Write me at zaivalananda@gmail.com to get your copy (please do not send SparkMail, I can't do attachments). <BR>
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10 pts for each lb you lose <BR>
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1 pt for every 10 ...Sat, 24 Apr 2010 01:43:28 ESTRAVE REVIEWShttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33653997
That "chicken" potpie recieved rave reviews from the whole house. even my 2 -year- old ate it and i have problems getting him to eat. My brother swore there was real chicken in there and totally was surprised when i told him it was T.S.P. I ssooo love myself some days.lol. Have a great day allFri, 23 Apr 2010 18:43:10 ESTTHURSDAY'S NEW TRICK!!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x33619131
aI'm going to pul a ne trick to try and get my family to eat healthy and better my chances at loosing weight. I am going to make "chicken" pot pie. the qoutes are an indication that i am going to use T.S.P. for the chicken flavored with No chicken chicken vegan base. Let's see how this goes. lolThu, 22 Apr 2010 10:31:02 ESTFEELING ABSOLUTELY ETHERIChttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x33506779
The last 2 days have had me feeling absolutely ethic. Etheric is the only word that seems to come to mind for the time being. I feel better, stronger, wiser, taller, more proud than i have ever been and there seems to be no reason for it. My husband told me that i absolutely glowed. I know for a fact that i am not pregnant, so that's not it lol. I feel so wonderful. I feel so fantastic. I feel so superior somehow and that in itself is amazing.Sat, 17 Apr 2010 16:50:16 ESTBEEN SLACKINGhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x33425754
the last 3 days have been horrible for me. I have been slacking because of women problems and they seem to be getting worse for me. The doc said that i may be going through menopause....who knows maybe i am but it is really fustrating because i haven't been able to eat or exercise. I feel really bad for not being able to do the exercise part. I've been so tired and wiped out. Going to try to get back to normal today because i am feeling like i got a bit more energyWed, 14 Apr 2010 07:33:49 ESTEarth Day / Weekend Celebrationshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33413668
What, if anything, are some of you doing to celebrate Earth Day? <BR>
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My youngest daughter and I are off to Camp Gaea for some camping and workshops with our fellow Witches Meet-up group members. Everyone who is attending is so excited. It is the first camp out at Gaea of the season with many more to come, I am sure. We are having a solar cooking demo, going to learn how to build a solar panel, have a reduce, reuse and recycle rummage sale, an art expo, scavenger hunt, kids program, ...Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:30:34 ESTWhat inspires you to exercise?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x33134867
So I am relatively new here, and I love it! <BR>
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I got to thinking, we could inspire each other more if we all knew what helped each other to get out there and get some exercise in! <BR>
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Every day I take pictures on my walk. It is AMAZING to see how everything changes from day to day. I post the pics to my blog to try and get others to look at the beauty around them on their walks too. It is so much better when you make it an artistic adventure, instead of trudging through exerc...Thu, 1 Apr 2010 16:39:00 ESTDEPRESSION OR SPIRITUAL INSPIRATION THROUGH TEARS?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x33070041
Today and yesterday have been awesome for me but this morning i started with the watter works again and then i started laughing histerically but whatever it was it was truely funny to me. The tear and crying were not of pain or sadness just that tears and crying. Sometimes when this happens it leaves me confused for a while and other times i feel like i can take on the world..What do you guys think about all of this?????? <BR>
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i HAVE A WEEKLY PRAYERS AND AFF. REG. I DO THREE TIMES A DAY, BUT SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T HELP WHEN I AM AT MY LOWEST. sorry about the caps didn't realize they were on. Morning, afternoon, and evning. I have done alot of research and i take really good lessons from all of the religions available to me but even buhda can't calm me sometimes.I wish i could take more of a spiritual "oh- well attitude" towards a lot of things that are done but when it involves me and my family directly... well that ...Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:26:35 ESTBLESSINGS TO ALL!!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32907114
Hope all oy you had a most blessed Ostara. Wish i could say the same for myself. My 2-year-old has taken to hurting himself just to get a reaction out of people. Last night he was the worst yet. Started by pulling his own ear really hard, went to pinching his own check, and ende with him biting himself hard enough to draw blood if i would have let it continue. I am honestly worried about this behavior. I have seen teens do it but not the really young ones like him. Needless to say a rough day...Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:26:58 ESTadvice/opinions concerning childrearinghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32809788
Okay, I have considered myself to be Wiccan since high school, roughly around age 14 (about 12 years ago). My husband considers himself to be Baptist. This has caused a few misconceptions and miscommunications between us, but nothing extravagant. I was raised Baptist by my parents, both my grandfathers were ministers, as well as 2 of my great-grandfathers...I understand it, I just don't follow it. Needless to say, not many in my family know my religious beliefs, except for my parents, husband...Fri, 19 Mar 2010 09:59:56 ESTOSTARA!!!!!!!!! YEAY!!!!!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32782140
hey everyone!!! Hope this post finds all well and merry today!! Hope yo all remembered that Ostara is just around the corner???? Happy Ostara all!!! I plan on a really big dinner for my boys. All of it will be traditional for them buti am going to have to go new-aged vegan for myself lol. Hope all of you enjoy this up-coming holiday with much cheer and celebration...after all... we are celebrating life and it's very existance. lol. Merry meet and Merry part. May all your wishes be fulfilled a...Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:36:58 ESTHello From Michiganhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32661409
Merry Meet Everyone! I'm Moonmyst and I just wanted to pop in with a quick intro. I'm glad to have found a Pagan community here at SparkPeople where we can share this journey together. I've been on a Druid path for several years. I really need to make some lifestyle changes and drop some weight -- it's been tough going but I'm motivated. I live in MI with my husband and 3 children and we're all looking forward to Ostara and the coming of Spring weather! <BR>
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...Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:51:41 ESTA Pagan Prayerhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32567678
Check out this wild and amazing pagan prayer. ValerieMaha posted the link on her blog: <BR>
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<link>www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo<BR>urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=2979372 </link> Tue, 9 Mar 2010 19:38:27 ESTPagan Spirit Gathering, Other Summer Fun?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32531660
So my youngest daughter and I will be heading out to PSG this year. It will be the first time we are going and I am really excited to be heading out. My oldest daughter does not follow the same path so she volunteered to take care of our fuzzy and feathered friends while we go. I have been thinking a lot about what to take as far as food goes since we will be camping for 7 days. <BR>
Anyone else going to PSG? Has anyone else ever been and care to share their experiences? I would love to ...Mon, 8 Mar 2010 13:57:37 ESTNew from the Midwesthttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32523693
Merry Meet and so nice to be here. I am a single mom of two daughters and we live in Missouri. I have been struggling with this weight thing for a long time. I lost a lot of weight once, only to gain it back. I guess I was just not in the right place in my life at that time. Now, things are different. I am a different person. Much more aware of who I am and finally on the right path as well. I am so glad to be here and even better to be cheering about my second big success. My first ...Mon, 8 Mar 2010 09:26:56 ESTNewbie in Londonhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32519151
Hi everyone! <BR>
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I'm Elle, American by birth but live in the London region of the UK. I'm a Priestess of Avalon and if you want to know more about that and what I do, my website is at www.avalonblessings.co.uk. <BR>
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Looking to finally shift the pounds of the past and move on to a new and exciting future. New Spark friends would be wonderful and are welcome. Even though I joined the site nearly a year ago, I'm just starting to actually use it. :) <BR>
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Looking forward to ...Mon, 8 Mar 2010 04:38:21 ESTPlease insert your favorite "Splurge" recipe here.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32493626
Frozen Fruitsicles <BR>
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Ingredients: <BR>
1 box sugar free strawberry jello <BR>
3 ripe kiwis <BR>
1 1/2 cups strawberries <BR>
1/4 cup ice cold water <BR>
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Directions: <BR>
*Make jello up to package directions until you add the cold water, then only add 1/4 cup ice cold water. <BR>
*Puree everything in a blender, unless you want a little bit of the kiwi in bits to add for pretties. <BR>
*Pour into 6 popsicle molds, add sticks, freeze <BR>
*Enjoy! <BR>
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What are the rules on sharing spells on this forum? I have a pretty simple Full Moon Blessing that I think would be delightful to share with everyone, but since I don't see any other posts of that nature, I am wondering if it's not allowed for some reason.Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:27:53 ESTMy usernamehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32315763
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Mine is the craft name that I have recently been given. I am a blend of Hinduism and Avalonian spiritualities. <BR>
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Avalon has always been like a sanctuary for me. It is a place that I am always seeking and I want that sanctuary to be eternal. <BR>
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My name is Celeste. I am 24 and reside in Washington state. I have been on SparkPeople priorly, but quit after becoming trapped in my emotional eating once more. <BR>
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I am a blend of Celtic/Hindu spirituality and I trust in my two Mother Goddesses to give me the strength to pull through this. <BR>
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I want to live life as intended. I want to be healthy again and eb able to go do fun stuff with my love of my life, Keith. <BR>
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I hope everyone is well and I look forward to meetin...Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:22:17 ESTHave you seen this?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x32246181
<link>wildhunt.org/blog/ </link> <BR>
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cool place for pagan news!Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:22:11 ESTNew Team member - Debbie in NYChttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32154141
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I'm a native New Yorker and was diagnosed with Type II diabetes in 1998. My goals are to make healthier eating choices (that will hopefully lead to weight loss) and to add more physical activity into my life. <BR>
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I'm also a Pagan (since 1986). I'm a member of ADF and The Troth and find myself drawn to Irish & Norse pantheons. Specifically I consider Morrigan & Dadga and Freya & Thor my patrons with an especial fondness for Skadi and Airmid. <BR>
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I also love ...Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:21:47 ESTRestarting in NYhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x32082372
I am restarting my weight loss goals as well as my life as a practicing Wiccan. It's been nearly 4 years since I could call myself a practitioner of magick, and I am very glad to say, now that college is over with, and I am back in my home town, life is finally starting a new. <BR>
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Pop on over to my sparkpage and get the low-down on me and my goals. I love to chat, and the more friends we all have the easier it is to reach our goals with people to support us! <BR>
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I look forward ...Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:04:49 ESTQuestion about Jadehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x31998647
I recently bought my husband a jade bracelet. It was light green with white. However, once he started wearing it, some of the white has begun to turn a purple color. I was wondering what this might mean. I have tried to find out on several different websites, but can only find out about the green getting darker or lighter. Can anyone tell me why the the white is turning purple?Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:04:00 ESTNew to this teamhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x31932081
Hi to all the Pagans here I am known as Wulfcwen on most boards. <BR>
I am a Hearth Witch and love cooking and making things for the home friends and family. <BR>
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I need to shed the pounds for my health and I need to make lifestyle changes rather than follow a set diet. <BR>
Portion control is hard and I am easily persuaded to eat foods that I know I should not. <BR>
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2010 is the year I have to get to grips with things and I know I can do this but need support and will offer suppor...Sat, 13 Feb 2010 18:04:31 ESTWhat is your favorite candle or incense?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x31650400
What is your favorite color or scent of candle or incense? What purpose does it serve for you? <BR>
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I've always been into black candles for meditation, as something to really pinpoint energy on. It makes me feel calm and in control. <BR>
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How about you?Wed, 3 Feb 2010 04:27:49 ESTHello...I'm coming here now at a hard time.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x31528921
Hello...I'm coming here now at a hard time. Tomorrow morning at 9:00AM Central Time, my Dad is going to take our beloved kitty Twitch to the vet to be put to sleep. I know she has lived a long life and is sick, and that this is to prevent her from suffering further, but it's still sad. Even the spiritual things I believe in don't bring me much comfort. <BR>
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Can anyone relate, or give me some advice to help me cope? Thank you for reading this.Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:29:11 ESTFamily Problem - kinda longhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x31220736
I have been learning and practicing Wicca for 10 years off and on (had some issues with my spouse at the beginning of our marriage). However, I have always maintained the core beliefs. When I first found Wicca, I introduced my mother to it and in turn she introduced my sister. I cannot say whether they continue to study it or not. I know they don't observe the Esbats or Sabbats. Yet they call themselves Wiccans. <BR>
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Here's my problem, I have always strived to think about others and how...Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:39:44 ESTJanuary 17, 2010http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x31130631
Sunday the 17th is World Religion Day which Celebrates the teachings of unity found in all religions.... <BR>
How will you celebrate? <BR>
<em>220</em> Sat, 16 Jan 2010 02:16:27 ESTBuff By Beltane 2010http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x31119940
It's almost Imbolc, and another Challenge is ending. If you're tracking points with a spreadsheet, and you're using mine (despite occasional glitches, which I think are all fixed), it's time to email me at zaivalananda@gmail.com and get your new spreadsheet for our second annual Buff By Beltane challenge. <BR>
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I could be tweaking the values and such, we've done that before, but we've been very successful in the last two challenges and I think we'll just leave it the way it is. <BR>
<B...Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:47:14 ESTDo you have a little DJ in your head too?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x31080795
I've always been one of those people who wake up with a random song stuck in their heads. I don't have my alarm set to radio or a CD, it just pops in for no apparent reason. At least that is what I thought. <BR>
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Recently I started wondering if I was supposed to be getting a message about my day from these songs and started to explore the idea - I was somewhat successful and I could sometimes get the song to go away. <BR>
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In the last week I started trying to find within the songs...Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:18:48 ESTKicking my Sugar Addictionhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x30907192
Hi All! <BR>
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I'm a Sugar Junkie. (If my name didn't give it away ) <BR>
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Joining this site is my first step towards recovery. <BR>
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I've been "going on a diet on Monday" for the last six months. Every Monday I plan to start my diet. And every Monday, I do great until lunch. Then I hit the drive-thru. Or the ice cream shop. Or the cookie jar. <BR>
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I'm done waiting until Monday. I've got to stop this cycle. I'm killing myself. <BR>
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I am 27 years old, 247 pounds. I h...Fri, 8 Jan 2010 22:10:34 ESTHello from Melaylahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x30867352
Hello, I'm in Virginia, living with my kitty and wanting to get more out of life. I'm already Sparks such a warm place to be, I cant wait to be even more active here :-)Thu, 7 Jan 2010 17:04:40 ESTDaily Devotions?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x30435908
We have all heard about Christians doing their daily devotions, so I was wondering if you guys did it, too. I'm trying to get some ideas for my own, so if you have any suggestions, please say so! <BR>
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Blessed BeSun, 20 Dec 2009 17:43:26 ESTAre You Fat In Your Dreams?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x30171103
When you dream about yourself do you see yourself as overweight? I generally don't unless I'm having a prophetic dream. <BR>
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Also, do you think your dreams can help you lose weight, such as using lucid dreaming to perhaps subliminally point you in the right direction or help you lose the urge to overeat?Sun, 6 Dec 2009 12:15:31 ESTAstral Travelhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x30040074
Totally off topic for spark people; however, I was wondering if anyone on here was good at astral traveling? I used to be years ago but had a negative experience and haven't been able to do it on 'command' since and was just wanting to discuss it with some people who are naturals at it.Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:44:22 ESTHello from Alaskahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x30027335
Just wanted to say hello., New to Spark People, but was pleasantly happy to find a Pagan group :) DeniseSun, 29 Nov 2009 19:39:43 ESTIn Just .8 Pounds ...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x29884912
I'll be DONE with the 250s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited I weighed in at 250.8 this morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's been AGES since I've seen 240 on that scale!!!!!!!!! OMGs I'm really DOING it!!!!!!!!!!!!!Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:44:56 ESTHi, I am new to Paganism(well kinda) andhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x29754553
doing schooling on magicka.com. My question is when can I start celebrating the holidays? Is there a certain time limit?Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:11:10 ESTHi Allhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x29596885
Hmmm, introductions. <BR>
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I identify myself as Pagan when asked, but I don't really follow a specific path, or belong to a group. <BR>
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When asked what kind of pagan I am, I say my spirituality is nature based. <BR>
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I was raised in a non-Christian family. My dad felt organized religion was the worst thing to happen to mankind since...well, you get the idea, LOL. However, we were encouraged to explore spiritual ideas, even Christianity, and keep an open mind as we kept ...Sat, 7 Nov 2009 23:14:18 ESTInspiration By Imbolchttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=2204x186x29440145
OK, new Challenge. ALmost the same as last time... same limitations... and the change I suggested for counting the login points. <BR>
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Give yourself: <BR>
10 pts for each lb you lose <BR>
1 pt for every 8 reps of a Strength Training exercise - up to 160 reps or 20 pts/day <BR>
(remember if you do this daily, to do a different set of muscles every other day so you don't over-train, muscle is built on your "rest" day) <BR>
1 pt for every 10 minutes of cardio up to 180 min or 18 pts/day <B...Sun, 1 Nov 2009 09:13:38 ESTThanksgivinghttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x29342245
I've got Halloween/Samhain all figured out, so next on the list is Thanksgiving. I was wondering if any of you had any information, site, or thoughts on the holiday. It seems a little strange that there would be three harvest festivals; Mabon in Sept, Samhain in Oct, and Thanksgiving in Nov...? <BR>
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Here is what I found so far: <BR>
"Some might think it’s stretching the imagination to also tie in Thanksgiving with Pagan customs, but both Christian and Pagan religions give thanks, respec...Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:21:57 EST"Twas the Night Before Samhainhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x29005340
Twas the night before Samhain and all through the house <BR>
Not a creature was stirring, except for my spouse. <BR>
The incense, it burned in our cauldron so black, <BR>
For Witchcraft and Magick we'd a wonderful knack. <BR>
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The circle was drawn with the athame of power, <BR>
The guardians were called to each quarter tower. <BR>
The Lord and Lady attended our rite, <BR>
In wonder and glory and power and might. <BR>
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The dearly departed came as our guest, <BR>
To live once again, a...Sun, 11 Oct 2009 17:49:45 ESTShamanisom and a look at Wight losshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28997711
Shamanism looks at our bodies and our spirits as a partnership in balance. Even though one is physical and the other is spiritual, it is important to realize that if one part is out of balance it affects the other. Most of the time a shaman will heal a physical problem by fixing an imbalance on a spiritual level. But lately ive been wondering if Shamans of late have been ignoring physical problems and there effect on the spirit not the other way around. Ive spent many years focusing on spirit...Sun, 11 Oct 2009 10:54:27 ESTHi, I'm Calihttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x28991161
Hello Everyone I'm cali, i'm really glad i found this team, I live in small rural town, and there is not very many of us here although i'm sure there is more than i think so ya I'm here to loose weight, i'm 22 and have 2 boys age 3 and 2 and i'm looking forward to getting know some of you and taking this journey with you.Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:23:15 ESTHey Fellow Peganshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x28985753
My friends call me Bear. Im kinda new to blogging and im not sure really how it all works but im figuring it out as i go. WOW LOOK!! im successfully blogging =D So i need to loose some weight. But what ive been doing is every full moon ritual, sighn off on X amount of pounds that i want to loose that month. It actually seems to be working. So how you guys doin. Im doin pretty good. Im staying up in the mountains and its getting cold. Hit 7 last night. I like the cold and it was awsome.Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:08:22 ESTHey Fellow Peganshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x28985732
My friends call me Bear. Im kinda new to blogging and im not sure really how it all works but im figuring it out as i go. WOW LOOK!! im successfully blogging =D So i need to loose some weight. But what ive been doing is every full moon ritual, sighn off on X amount of pounds that i want to loose that month. It actually seems to be working. So how you guys doin. Im doin pretty good. Im staying up in the mountains and its getting cold. Hit 7 last night. I like the cold and it was awsome.Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:07:03 ESTIntroductionhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x28980701
Hi, I'm Rain :) I have to confess to NOT being pagan, but my son is. With Celtic heritage maybe it sort of shows up in a certain wistfullness along those directions that he, at least follows... so when I saw this team I joined, more to be able to understand him and his interests then anything, so I hope it is okay that I am here. He is studying Shamanism as well. I have gone by different "Rain" names for years, Rainshadow, Rainfaerie, Morning Rain, etc... which seems suitable for here! I ha...Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:24:42 ESTEastwickhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28677048
Charmed all over again? ABC is airing another 'witch' series. Anyone catch the opener? I intended to but forgot. Hope it's not a retarded as Charmed was.Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:33:43 ESTFound Love, Now Hoping to Lose Poundshttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28673507
I have finally plugged in that final big piece of my life, a loving relationship. A beautiful Pagan woman and I have found each other, and it will involve an eventual move for me (about 120 miles west). I have posted pictures of her on my SparkPage (thanks to Jewitch). <BR>
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The next several months will be a tad difficult, ameliorated by the benefits of the Internet (Yahoo Messenger with webcam and voice). I hope to be under 240 when I finally pull up my Asheville stakes and head to K...Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:25:51 ESTSamhainhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28666441
Just curious what everyone has planned!!! <BR>
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I have to be at a wedding.. so I need to live vicariously through all of you! <BR>
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Anything exciting in the works? <BR>
Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:48:11 ESTSchool of Witchcraft Opens in Taiwanhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28587100
I just had to share this article. It is rare to find an article in any paper about witchcraft unless it is in a negative light, so I was pleasantly surprised at this breath of fresh air. <BR>
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<link>www.telegraph.co.uk/expat/6207476/Sc<BR>hool-of-witchcraft-opens-in-Taiwan.html </link> Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:13:44 ESTMabonhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28574237
Any fun activities planned? <BR>
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I woke up early to spend the sunrise with the baby raccoons outside thus far. I love Mabon because I am a perfectionist and it has equal times day and night. <BR>
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We had a great harvest this year. Never have our vegetables been so big and beautiful. <BR>
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Have a lovely day!Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:50:02 ESTcomputer burned outhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28548625
I am illiterate in all things technological. <BR>
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Last week my 7 y/o desktop burnt out. I lost everything. I felt lost and even experienced withdrawals. <BR>
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I felt that aside from losing all my addresses, that another great loss was not having Spark-People. I've told my husband time and again that if I had a choice of only one site on a computer, it would be Spark-People. I am lost without it. It really is my life-line. <BR>
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We have just had a new computer. I'm still qui...Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:05:24 ESTYogahttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28516012
I am thinking about starting Yoga, but I really know very little at all about it. I read an SP article <link>www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness<BR>_articles.asp?id=723 </link> and that's as far as my knowledge goes. <BR>
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I used the YogaFinder to find that there is a class offered in my area, but in today's times it will depend on cost if I'm able to attend or not. So what I'm looking for is a function on SP, a team, book, website or anything that will help me practice Yoga as a be...Sat, 19 Sep 2009 12:48:46 ESTExcited!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=-1x186x28513173
I put this is the wrong place and don't know how to erase...I'm sorry! But I am very excited about being on this team!Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:58:11 ESTEnergy helphttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28431337
I joined this team a really long time ago and just really don't post much, but am in need right now. I am physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted (and a bit spiritually too)... I've tried drawing in energy through my solar chakra, plus good healthy food, exercise, sleep, etc, but nothing is helping. I've got a lot wearing me down right now - my sister lives with me and she just had a baby last week which is a whole story unto itself; plus my BF is going thru a lot of family issues -...Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:31:35 ESTMy first mile!http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28385166
Had to woo hoo today because I ran a mile! That's a huge accomplishment! <BR>
Enough of tooting my own horn. lol! <em>182</em> Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:07:04 ESTWho was it?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28376618
that suggested the Magical Circle as a site to check out?Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:37:42 ESTPrayers & Support Needed for Event in PAhttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28214525
Hi there! I could use some support and prayers from my fellow Pagan Sparkers. I'm posting this on all the Pagan SparkTeams I'm on. <BR>
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We're having an event on Saturday in Adamstown PA and it's causing quite a ruckus! <BR>
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<link>paganwiccan.about.com/b/2009/09/05/m<BR>erchants-divided-over-local-pagan-fest<BR>.htm </link> <BR>
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Jen Anderson-Wenger <BR>
President, Reading Pagans & Witches <BR>
<link>www.ReadingPagansAndWitches.com </link> Sun, 6 Sep 2009 11:46:40 ESTWhat does your user name mean?http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x28041383
Mine is the Gaelic word for Magic. I wanted to come up with something pretty, unique, and meaningful for one of my World of Warcraft characters and I liked it so much that it bled over into other parts of my life, except Myspace where my friends know me as Spooky (my real life friends gave me that name).Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:28:43 ESTGot to Share ...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x27927252
My new snack infatuation ... it's delish! <BR>
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Take a wedge of Laughing Cow cheese, any flavor I like the herb & garlic <BR>
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Take either a small packet of or a tablespoon from a jar of picante sauce and spoon over the cheese <BR>
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Spread on your fav cracker. <BR>
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MMMMMMMMMMMM!!! Ok so this may not be new but its new to me and I wanted to share <em>20</em> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:30:22 ESTWorld Cities A-Z.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27888443
Alexandria, EgyptSun, 23 Aug 2009 05:49:43 ESTHad to leavehttp://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x27877808
So, I was at a after-work party last night and amoung a group of ladies the conversation turned to religion - specifically "we're living in the end times" kind of thing. Very strong conservative Christian stuff which is totally fine, just not my belief's. I got called away to take some pictures (thank the Goddess!) and had to leave after that anyway. One of the ladies asked why I wasn't re-joinging the discussion and I made some noise about having to get home and that I swim in a different...Sat, 22 Aug 2009 13:44:18 ESTEmoticon the weather where you are today.http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27756190
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<em>4</em> <em>258</em> Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:04:58 ESTShopping Spree A-Z !!!!! ( can be anything )http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27756088
applesMon, 17 Aug 2009 09:04:15 ESTWhat would you do if I gave you ........ ........http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27756061
Easy game ! Answer the question for yourself, then please leave a new question for the next person to tackle. <BR>
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What would you do if I gave you all my Rolling Stones cds ??Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:03:07 ESTTrue or False ????http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27756024
Answer the question if it is true for you or not, then please leave a new question for the next person to answer. <BR>
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I am a natural blonde.Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:01:54 EST1 year from now I'll be ............http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=3306x186x27753264
Very close to my 50th birthday. <em>410</em> Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:04:38 ESTGathering Strength From a Storm ...http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_messageboard_thread.asp?board=0x186x27682116
There's a storm moving in. The air has freshened, the wind has picked up, the sky is black and the air is charged with electricity. I can't help myself. I get up from my desk and go outside, around the office to where the wind is not blocked. It blows my hair from my face and I turn my eyes to the darkening sky and drink in the energy. I'm alive, and excited, and so in touch with everything around me. It's so rejuvenating. I draw so much strength from a storm the energy makes me feel l...Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:40:40 EST